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Local Youth Safety Supported by $1M in Grant Funding for Schools

Governor Patrick Morrisey announces Justice Assistance Grant recipients West Virginia Press Association | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Autumn Shelton Governor Patrick Morrisey recently announced the allocation of over $1 million in Justice Assistance Grant funds for 40 projects across West Virginia, including efforts to enhance the criminal justice system in

New Innovation Director at UC to Boost Local Business Growth

UC announces Jim Linsenmeyer as new Executive Director of Innovation West Virginia Press Association | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Autumn Shelton The University of Charleston has appointed Jim Linsenmeyer as Executive Director of Innovation, bringing a wealth of experience from his role at the West Virginia Department of Economic Development

Charles Town Celebrates Black History Month with Affrilachian Trail

“Affrilachian Trail” project tells stories celebrating Black History Month West Virginia Press Association | Monday, February 24, 2025 By Autumn Shelton At Fisherman’s Hall in Charles Town, a gathering celebrated Black History Month with stories of African American contributions to Appalachian culture, particularly through the proposed Affrilachian Trail project. Organized

Charles Town Schools Invited to Join WV Partnership Awards

Education Alliance launches Hope for the Future: WV School-Business Partnership of the Year awards program West Virginia Press Association | Wednesday, February 19, 2025 By Autumn Shelton The Education Alliance, in collaboration with Hope Gas, has introduced the Hope for the Future: WV School-Business Partnership of the Year Awards to celebrate

Middleway's Proposed Water Bottling Plant Faces Rejection

Landmarks commission recommends against approving proposed Middleway water bottling plant West Virginia Press Association | Thursday, January 23, 2025 By Autumn Shelton The Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commission has voted unanimously against a proposed water bottling facility on the site of the old 3M factory in Middleway, citing zoning code restrictions

New Business Growth Boosts Economy in Charles Town Area

Secretary of State Kris Warner reports 843 new WV business registrations for December 2024 West Virginia Press Association | Thursday, January 16, 2025 By Autumn Shelton In December 2024, West Virginia saw a total of 843 new business registrations, with Monroe County leading the growth rate at 1.37%. Notable contributions

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to Demolish Henkle Farm Structures

National Park announces plans to demolish five structures West Virginia Press Association | Monday, January 13, 2025 By Autumn Shelton The National Park Service has announced plans to demolish five deteriorating structures, known as the Henkle Farm House buildings, within Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, effective January 21. These buildings, located