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 >>
Community
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 >>
New Plan Submitted For Middleway Water Bottling Facility
Sidewinder Enterprises submitted a new concept plan for its Mountain Pure water bottling facility project in Middleway on November 15 2024. Read the Full Story >>
Holiday Events In Shepherdstown
Highlights of holiday events around Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>
Holiday Events In Harpers Ferry And Bolivar
Higlights of holiday events around Harpers Ferry & Bolivar, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>
Local Charities Focus On Food
Around Jefferson County, there are four organizations that focus on providing food to families and individuals. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Foundation Recaps 2024 Efforts
Jefferson County Foundation is a regular presence at public meetings in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>