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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

Local FFA Students Shine at State Convention in Charles Town

Local FFA Students Shine at State Convention in Charles Town

Jefferson County FFA students succeed at the state convention The Journal | Wednesday, July 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Students from local high and middle schools celebrated their achievements at the 97th Annual West Virginia State FFA Convention, with both the Jefferson and Washington high school chapters earning the prestigious Superior

Hearing Today on Sidewinder's Beverage Facility Lawsuit in Charles Town

The Sidewinder lawsuit hearing begins this morning — here's what you need to know. The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, July 14, 2025 By Staff The Sidewinder lawsuit hearing starts today in Charles Town, where Sidewinder Enterprises, LLC, is contesting the Jefferson County Planning Commission's decision to reject

Miss West Virginia and Teen Reflect on Their Year in Martinsburg

Reigning Miss West Virginia, Miss West Virginia’s Teen reflect on past year WV Metro News | Friday, June 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In anticipation of the upcoming crowning of a new Miss West Virginia and Miss West Virginia's Teen in Martinsburg, the current titleholders reflect on their