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Shepherdstown Christmas Parade Brings Community Together

Full of holiday spirit: Crowd comes out, despite cold, for annual Shepherdstown Christmas Parade The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Tuesday, December 9, 2025 By Staff Despite chilly temperatures, the annual Shepherdstown Christmas Parade drew a vibrant crowd on German Street, showcasing the community spirit of residents from Shepherdstown, Charles Town, and beyond.

Washington High School Employee Fired Amid Conduct Probe

Jefferson County school employee fired after investigation into inappropriate behavior WV Metro News | Wednesday, November 12, 2025 By Staff In a recent development reported by WV Metro News, a Washington High School employee, Taylor Staubs, was terminated following allegations of inappropriate behavior that took place between April and June 2025.

Washington High Employee Dismissed Over Pornographic Materials Incident

Washington High Employee Dismissed Over Pornographic Materials Incident

Washington High employee terminated, believed to follow investigation that showed she was creating, distributing pornographic materials from within the school The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff An employee at Washington High School in Charles Town was terminated following an investigation into her creation and distribution of

Washington High School Key Club’s Autumn Celebrations in Charles Town

Washington High School Key Club’s Autumn Celebrations in Charles Town

Key Club’s Autumn Amazement returns for another year of fall fun The Journal | Wednesday, October 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Washington High School Key Club is set to host its second annual Autumn Amazement event this Saturday in Charles Town. This family-oriented celebration aims to gather the community

WVU Cancer Institute's Dr. Hazard-Jenkins Expands Care to Local Communities

WVU Cancer Institute's Dr. Hazard-Jenkins Expands Care to Local Communities

“Patients come first:” Dr. Hannah Hazard-Jenkins leads cancer care expansion throughout West Virginia WV News | Saturday, October 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Dr. Hannah Hazard-Jenkins, a Morgantown native and key figure at the WVU Cancer Institute for nearly 20 years, has successfully expanded cancer care across West Virginia. Her journey

WVU President Engages Charleston Students on College Opportunities

West Virginia University president visits George Washington High School on ‘Welcome Home Tour’ WOWK 13 News | Wednesday, September 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Michael Benson, the newly appointed president of West Virginia University, continued his 'Welcome Home Tour' by visiting George Washington High School in Charleston to engage

Local Washington High Senior Saves Neighbor in Crisis

Local Washington High Senior Saves Neighbor in Crisis

Locust Hill-area teenager helps assist neighbor in life threatening condition The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, August 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A local high school senior, Brandtley Lawson from Washington High School, played a crucial role in the rescue of his neighbor, Claude Jones, who was found unconscious on August