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Storms Cause Widespread Power Outages in Jefferson Area

UPDATE: Thousands remain without power after strong storms, crews cleaning up downed tress and power lines WTRF | Tuesday, April 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Following a series of strong storms that hit the region on Tuesday evening, many residents in areas like Charles Town and Ranson remain without power. WTRF

Shepherdstown Eagle Nest Falls: 3 Eaglets Lost in Storm

22-year-old eagle nest in West Virginia blown from tree, killing 3 chicks WTRF | Monday, April 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A severe storm in Shepherdstown caused the collapse of a historic 22-year-old eagle nest at the National Conservation Training Center, watched by local classrooms via a live camera for two

Pothole Repairs Underway in Charles Town Area Roads

West Virginia Department of Highways is beginning to fill potholes in the Ohio Valley WTRF | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway With winter storms impacting asphalt production, the West Virginia Division of Highways has launched a comprehensive pothole filling initiative across the state, including in areas like Charles Town

Pothole Repairs Underway Near Charles Town and Harpers Ferry

West Virginia Department of Highways is beginning to fill potholes in the Ohio Valley WTRF | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway With warmer weather allowing asphalt plants to open, the West Virginia Division of Highways has initiated a pothole repair campaign throughout the region, including areas near Charles Town

Stream Cleanup Initiative Funded to Protect Irondale and Dillonvale

Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District receives $20,000 from county commission for stream debris removal program WTRF | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During a recent meeting, Jefferson County Commissioners approved a $20,000 grant for the Stream Debris Removal Program, administered by Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation.

Storm Devastation: Power Outages Hit Local Communities

Power outages and damage reports across West Virginia and Ohio due to storms WTRF | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway WTRF reports on a severe storm impacting the Ohio Valley, resulting in extensive power outages and some structural damage throughout West Virginia and Ohio. Notably, areas such as Marshall

Active Shooter Alert at Muskingum University: Response Underway

Active shoter on campus at an Ohio university WTRF | Monday, February 24, 2025 By John Lynch An active shooter situation is unfolding at Muskingum University in New Concord, Ohio, prompting officials to advise students to shelter in place. Law enforcement is on the scene as authorities respond to calls from