Highlights from 2026 Jefferson County and City of Ranson kickball contest to collect school supplies. Read the Full Story >>
Community
Relief Efforts For Lewis & Upshur County Residents
Flood relief efforts for Upshur and Lewis Counties. Priority request for cleaning supplies and hygiene products. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown To Buy Former School Property
The Town of Shepherdstown plans to purchase the old Shepherdstown Elementary School from the Board of Education. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherd University Selects Cam Wesson As Next President
Dr. Cameron B. Wesson will become Shepherd University’s 17th president on July 1. Read the Full Story >>
Severe Winter Storm In Jefferson County This Weekend — Resources
A major wintor storm that will affect Jefferson County starting in the afternoon of Saturday, January 24. Read the Full Story >>
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 >>