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Residential Development Proposed For Cranes Lane Property In Ranson

Plans For ICE Detention Facility In Williamsport Draws Protest

Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Feb 2, 2026

Governor Morrisey Pushes Hard For 10% Cut to Personal Income Tax Rates

Severe Winter Storm In Jefferson County This Weekend — Resources

Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Jan 26, 2026

Arsenic Remediation Plan Proposed For Birdhill Meadows Subdivision

Shepherdstown Snapshot — January 2026

Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Jan 19, 2026

Jefferson County Residents Protest ICE Tactics

Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Jan 12, 2026

How Water and Sewer Utilities Pay For System Improvements

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WVU Extension

Identify & Avoid Poison Hemlock & Wild Parsnip

July 1, 2022 Tagged With: In Print July 2022, poison hemlock, poison plants, wild parsnip, WVU Extension

Queen Anne’s Lace is a lovely name for a pretty wildflower. But beware the look-alikes that have become common in West Virginia, particularly Wild Parsnip, Poison Hemlock, and Cow Parsley.  Read the Full Story >>

Master Gardener Classes

July 29, 2021 Tagged With: master gardeners, WVU Extension

canning jars filled with colorful produce.

tension Master Gardener Class is a hands-on program that covers topics such as soil health, botany, pest identification & management, weeds, trees, and fruits & vegetables Read the Full Story >>

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