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Sheriff Hansen Sends Support from Charles Town to Flood-Affected Area

Local deputies travel to assist in McDowell County The Journal | Monday, February 17, 2025 By Toni Milbourne In response to devastating floods impacting neighboring McDowell County, Sheriff Tom Hansen has dispatched six deputies from Jefferson County to assist with relief efforts. During a press conference, Gov. Patrick Morrisey reported multiple

Major Drug Bust in Harpers Ferry Highlights Community Commitment

Major Drug Bust in Harpers Ferry Highlights Community Commitment

Jefferson County deputies execute significant drug bust The Journal | Monday, February 17, 2025 By Toni Milbourne On February 10, deputies from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department, alongside the Special Response Team, executed two search warrants in Harpers Ferry, resulting in a significant drug bust. The operation stemmed from

Fellowship Bible Church's Valentine Tradition Brightens Veterans' Day

Fellowship Bible Church's Valentine Tradition Brightens Veterans' Day

Valentines for Veterans serves as project of local church group The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Toni Milbourne At the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, veterans were delighted by the annual visit from children of Fellowship Bible Church in Shenandoah Junction, who delivered homemade valentines to share love and

Local Students Shine on WVU Dean's List for Fall Semester

Local Students Shine on WVU Dean's List for Fall Semester

WVU recognizes President's List honorees The Journal | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Toni Milbourne West Virginia University recently honored numerous students from the Eastern Panhandle, including areas like Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Martinsburg, for their outstanding academic achievements on the Dean's List for the Fall

Charles Town's Citizens Fire Company Hosts Pancake Day

Charles Town's Citizens Fire Company Hosts Pancake Day

Volunteers gearing up for annual Pancake Day at CFC The Journal | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Toni Milbourne Citizens Fire Company in Charles Town is gearing up for its 64th annual Pancake Day on March 4, a cherished Fat Tuesday tradition and the department's largest fundraiser. It offers

Support Grows for Good Shepherd Caregivers Amid Challenges

Support Grows for Good Shepherd Caregivers Amid Challenges

Good Shepherd Caregivers continues its long-standing service The Journal | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Toni Milbourne Good Shepherd Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, founded in 1990 by local churches, continues to offer essential services like transportation and medical equipment lending in Shepherdstown and surrounding areas. Despite a reduction in staff due to

WVU Honors Academic Achievements of Students from Local Towns

WVU Honors Academic Achievements of Students from Local Towns

WVU announces fall Dean's List The Journal | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Toni Milbourne West Virginia University has announced its Fall Dean's List, celebrating numerous students from the Eastern Panhandle, including those from towns such as Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Ranson. This recognition highlights the