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2026 School Board Candidates Respond To Questions From The Observer
The Observer sent questions to all seven of the candidates running for the Jefferson County Board of Education (candidate Ranale Jones appears on the ballot but she has withdrawn from the election). The candidate images and responses are shown in the order the names will appear on the ballot (a sample ballot image is included Read the Full Story >>
Observer Weekly — April 30, 2026
Jefferson County, WV — News & Events. We cover the stories and inspiring voices of our community. Read the Full Story >>
Observer Weekly — April 23
Jefferson County, WV — News & Events. We cover the stories and inspiring voices of our community. Read the Full Story >>
Community Meetings In Jefferson County — Week of Mar 9, 2026
Here’s what’s on the government meeting calendar for this week (click on the links to view agendas and online viewing options). Read the Full Story >>
Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Feb 2, 2026
Jefferson County residents are welcome to watch and comment at local government meetings. Here’s what’s on the calendar for this week. 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 >>
Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Jan 26, 2026
Jefferson County residents are welcome to watch and comment at local government meetings. Here’s what’s on the calendar for this week. 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 >>
Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Jan 19, 2026
Jefferson County residents are welcome to watch and comment at local government meetings. Here’s what’s on the calendar for this week. Read the Full Story >>
Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Jan 12, 2026
Jefferson County residents are welcome to watch and comment at local government meetings. Here’s what’s on the calendar for this week. Read the Full Story >>
Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Jan 5, 2026
Jefferson County residents are welcome to watch and comment at local government meetings. Here’s what’s on the calendar for this week. Read the Full Story >>
Community Meetings In Jefferson County – Week of Dec 22, 2025
Jefferson County residents are welcome to watch and comment at local government meetings. Here’s what’s on the calendar for this week. 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 >>
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 >>