Jefferson County News Hub

WV News

Local Professionals Appointed to State Boards by Gov. Morrisey

Local Professionals Appointed to State Boards by Gov. Morrisey

Morrisey announces board appointments WV News | Tuesday, December 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday, Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced several appointments to important boards that impact local communities, including the West Virginia Workforce Development Board, which counts among its new members professionals from various fields, reflecting a commitment to enhancing

Captivision to Revitalize Mining Operations Near Ranson

Captivision to Revitalize Mining Operations Near Ranson

Captivision announces plans to buy Montana Tunnels Mining Inc. WV News | Saturday, December 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Captivision Inc., a Florida-based firm, is planning to acquire the long-inactive Montana Tunnels Mining Inc. along with its gold mine properties in the region. This move follows the mining company’s bankruptcy

Police Seek Armed Suspect Near Zoot Enterprises in Four Corners

Heavy police presence in Four Corners area prompts alert WV News | Thursday, November 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office has issued a BOLO alert for a suspect in the Four Corners area near Zoot Enterprises, amid a significant police presence. The search is for a

Harpers Ferry Training Center Expansion Gains Legislative Support

Harpers Ferry Training Center Expansion Gains Legislative Support

Moore introduces bill to expand Harpers Ferry Border Patrol Training Center WV News | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant move for the training of elite border agents, Rep. Riley Moore, R-W.Va., introduced legislation to facilitate a land swap between U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Dispute Over Water Rights: Crazy Mountain Ranch Challenges Fine

Dispute Over Water Rights: Crazy Mountain Ranch Challenges Fine

Crazy Mountain Ranch disputes fine for using illegal water to irrigate golf course WV News | Monday, November 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Crazy Mountain Ranch, a private resort located near the scenic landscapes often appreciated in the area, is contesting an $8,000 fine from state regulators for using illegally

John Brown's Conviction Marks Turning Point in Charles Town History

John Brown's Conviction Marks Turning Point in Charles Town History

This Week in West Virginia History WV News | Saturday, November 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On November 2, 1859, John Brown was convicted of murder, treason, and insurrection at the courthouse in Charles Town, an event pivotal to the tensions leading up to the Civil War. Brown's raid

Charles Town Woman Sentenced for Forging Business Documents

Charles Town Woman Sentenced for Forging Business Documents

Jefferson County woman sentenced for business document fraud following multi-agency investigation WV News | Thursday, October 30, 2025 By Staff A woman from Charles Town has received prison time for forging a business registration document, after her actions were uncovered by a vigilant employee at Jefferson Security Bank. The investigation, which