The West Virginia Humanities Council announced that it has paused all its grants, effective immediately. Read the Full Story >>
Community
WVU Medicine Will Invest In Berkeley and Jefferson Counties
WVU Medicine plans to invest $260 million to expand its facilities in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle. Read the Full Story >>
Mobile Food Pantry Serves Growing Need In WV’s Eastern Panhandle
Community Markets serves 10 counties in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Events
Events and activities around Jefferson County, West Virginia (April 8 to April 15). Read the Full Story >>
Hundreds Rally In Charles Town During National “Hands Off” Event
Hundreds of area residents joined the "Hands Off" protest rally in front of the Jefferson County courthouse on April 5 2025. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Council Approves Outdoor Drinking District In Downtown
The Charles Town City Council approved a new ordinance to allow patrons of participating downtown bars and restaurants to carry and consume alcoholic beverages outside. Read the Full Story >>
Unity Campaign Supports Local Nonprofits
The United Way Unity Campaign is encouraging donations between March 1 and March 15 to support local charities. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Purchases Land For Downtown Park
The City of Charles Town has acquired 2.9 acres of vacant land on the north side of the downtown business district that it plans to transform into a "Depot District" park. Read the Full Story >>
Harpers Ferry Protest Event Part Of Nationwide Action
Residents from around Jefferson County and the surrounding area gathered in Harpers Ferry at noon today (Saturday, March 1) to protest the recent mass firings of federal government employees. Read the Full Story >>
Local Girl Scouts Present Art Show To Open Spotlight On Main
The Jefferson County Girl Scouts displayed their artistic talents and group spirit during the kickoff event at The Spotlight on Main located at 119 West. Washington Street. Read the Full Story >>
Does Jefferson County Zoning Permit Water Extraction?
Water extraction is not defined as a use in the Jefferson County Zoning Ordinance. Read the Full Story >>
WVDOH Planning Roundabout For Middleway Intersection
The West Virginia Division of Highways is planning to construct a roundabout at the Leetown Road - Middleway Pike intersection. Read the Full Story >>
Preservation Alliance Of WV Designates Middleway Historic District As Endangered
The Preservation Alliance of West Virginia (PAWV) has added the Middleway Historic District to its West Virginia Endangered Properties List. Read the Full Story >>
Changes Planned For WV51 Intersection At Charles Town West End
WVDOH is studying options to improvement the three-way intersection of West Washington Street, MLK Jr. Boulevard and Summit Point Road. Read the Full Story >>
Making Changes In 2025
The Observer marks 5 years under the current ownership and looks forward to changes in 2025. Read the Full Story >>