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Charleston JROTC Cadets Train at Camp Dawson for Army Anniversary

GW JROTC trains at Camp Dawson ahead of Army Birthday WOWK 13 News | Friday, June 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia JROTC units, including cadets from George Washington High School in nearby Charleston, participated in rigorous summer training at Camp Dawson, Kingwood, preparing for the Army's 250th

Washington High School Celebrates Class of 2025 Graduation

Washington High School Celebrates Class of 2025 Graduation

Washington Patriots Class of 2025 off to make their mark The Journal | Tuesday, June 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Class of 2025 from Washington High School celebrated their graduation at The Butcher Center on June 1, surrounded by family and faculty. Class President Brenden Owen and Principal Donald Showen

Rev. Unger Honors Sacrifice at Bolivar Memorial Day Ceremony

Rev. Unger Honors Sacrifice at Bolivar Memorial Day Ceremony

Unger speaks of honor and sacrifice at Harpers Ferry/Bolivar ceremony The Journal | Monday, May 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Memorial Day, the Bolivar-Harpers Ferry District Veterans held a solemn parade and ceremony to honor fallen servicemen. Led by Cpl. Trey Hockman and Sheriff Tom Hansen, participants included the

Free CPR and First-Aid Classes Offered in Ranson

Free CPR and First-Aid Classes Offered in Ranson

Lifesaving classes available for all The Journal | Friday, May 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that the Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency offers free CPR and first-aid classes to individuals seeking training in Ranson. With a consistent schedule established over the years, classes take place every second Tuesday,

MedEd Signing Ceremony Kicks Off New Health Careers at Jefferson High

MedEd Signing Ceremony Kicks Off New Health Careers at Jefferson High

High school students take first step toward medical careers at MedEd signing ceremony The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday, high school students and families came together at Jefferson High School for a MedEd signing ceremony, marking the start of the school’s third cohort in

Disturbances and Thefts Dominate Recent Police Logs in Martinsburg

Police Logs for May 19 The Journal | Sunday, May 18, 2025 By Staff On May 16 and 17, local law enforcement responded to numerous incidents in Martinsburg and surrounding areas, including disturbances, thefts, and vehicle accidents. The Martinsburg City Police reported notable events such as multiple shoplifting cases on Foxcroft

Kearneysville Elementary School Encourages Creativity in Careers

Kearneysville Elementary School Encourages Creativity in Careers

North Jefferson Elementary partners with PTA Parent Hub to highlight creative careers The Journal | Tuesday, April 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway North Jefferson Elementary School in Kearneysville teamed up with the Black Teacher Association's Parent Hub to host a Creative Career Assembly, showcasing creative professions to inspire young