A major wintor storm that will affect Jefferson County starting in the afternoon of Saturday, January 24. Read the Full Story >>
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Shepherdstown Snapshot — January 2026
The Observer's summary of local government and what's happening around town for January 2026. Read the Full Story >>
Local Grant Opportunities — Charles Town & Ranson
The application deadline for a City of Ranson mini-grant is December 31. Details and the application form are available on the Ranson government website. Details about the “Revive Commercial Grant Program” for the City of Charles Town are available on the City’s website. Read the Full Story >>
Community Welcomes New Wawa Store To Ranson
Employees, community members, and local government officials celebrated the new Wawa store in Ranson on December 18. Read the Full Story >>
Wrap Up The Season With Local Shopping
There are many options for local shopping in Jefferson County, especially in the three downtown districts. Read the Full Story >>
Needful Things Emporium Is Stocked For The Holidays
Needful Things Emporium in downtown Charles Town is home to almost 60 local vendors. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Rotary Raises $100,000 To Support Local Groups
The Rotary Club of Charlestown gathered on December 10 to distribute donations to more than twenty local charities. Read the Full Story >>
Toys For Tots 2025 Drop Off Locations In Jefferson County
Toys For Tots collects new, unwrapped toys for distribution to children in need during the holiday season. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Christmas Parade 2025
The Shepherdstown Christmas Parade has been annual tradition of the town since the 1980s. Read the Full Story >>
Sheperdstown Honors Judy Shepherd For Community Spirit
Shepherdstown recognized Judy Shepherd as the "Heart of Shepherdstown" for three decades of volunteer service. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Residents Organize Local No Kings Rally On October 18
A large crowd came armed with costumes, creative signs, and boisterous energy for the No Kings rally in Shepherdstown on October 18. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Marches to Celebrate the Constitution of the United States
Shepherdstown hosted a community parade on Saturday, September 20, to honor the Constitution of the United States. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherd University President Announces Plan To Retire At End Of School Year
Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix plans to step down as President of Shepherd University at the end of the 2025-2026 academic year. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Fair 2025 Gallery
A few snapshots from the 2025 Jefferson County Fair. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Dedicates African American Cemetery
The Charles Town African American Cemetery was formally dedicated during a brief ceremony on August 17, 2025. Read the Full Story >>