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County Commission Plans For Growth With Purchase Of New Buildings

Bee Line March Anniversary Events In Shepherdstown Mark 250 Years Of History

No Kings Rally In Shepherdstown Gathers More Than 1,000 Participants

County Planning Commission To Look At Zoning, Solar & Data Centers

County Budget Shifts From Surplus To Deficit

County Commission Explains Funding Plan For New Buildings

Shepherdstown Celebrates Its First Pride Parade

County Commission Makes Early Revision to FY26 Budget

County Commission Plans To Change Impact Fees Again

City & County Struggle To Align On Downtown Charles Town Plans

Governor Celebrates Building Rehabilitation In Charles Town

Shepherdstown Banner Program Honors Veterans

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Holiday Events In Shepherdstown

November 20, 2024 Tagged With: Holiday Lights, In Print Dec 2024

Mrs Claus welcomes Christmas to Shepherdstown

Highlights of holiday events around Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>

Holiday Events In Harpers Ferry And Bolivar

November 20, 2024 Tagged With: Holiday Lights, In Print Dec 2024

decorations in Harpers Ferry

Higlights of holiday events around Harpers Ferry & Bolivar, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>

Holiday Events In Charles Town And Ranson

November 20, 2024 Tagged With: Holiday Lights, In Print Dec 2024

Jefferson County Courthouse decorated for Christmas

Highlights of 2024 holiday events around Charles Town and Ranson, West Virginia: Read the Full Story >>

Public Hearing For Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan

November 20, 2024 Tagged With: In Print Dec 2024, Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan

Jefferson County Commission November 2024

There will be a public hearing on the Jeffereson County Comprehensive Plan on December 4 at Jefferson High School. Read the Full Story >>

Local Charities Focus On Food

November 20, 2024 Tagged With: Blue Ridge Food Pantry, Community Markets, food pantry, In Print Dec 2024, Jefferson County Community Ministries, Shepherdstown Shares

volunteers organize food packages

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

November 20, 2024 Tagged With: Housing Growth, In Print Dec 2024, Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan, Jefferson County Foundation, Ranson Comprehensive Plan, rockwool

Dr. Christine Wimer addresses the Ranson City Council

Jefferson County Foundation is a regular presence at public meetings in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – Mike Mood

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

Mike Mood

What made you decide to run for County Commission? I believe that I possess the abilities to work with others not always of the same mindset for the common good of the county and to with an open mind do what is best for the residents of the county as a whole. Why should residents Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – Natalie Grantham Friend

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

Natalie Grantham Friend

What made you decide to run for County Commission? I am confident in my ability to make a positive impact. My motivation stems from a commitment to enhance organization and efficiency within the JCC. We must prioritize the real and significant issues facing our county. Why should residents trust you with governing Jefferson County? I Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – Lanae Johnson

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

Lanae Johnston

What made you decide to run for County Commission? I decided to run for County Commissioner after witnessing the internal struggles within the current commission. Initially, I joked about running if a vacancy arose, but when I was approached by the Jefferson County Democratic Executive Committee to seriously consider it, I knew it was time Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – Pasha Majdi

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

Pasha Majdi

What made you decide to run for County Commission? I want to keep our natural beauty and high quality-of-life in Jefferson County. My wife and I  have three young children, and we want the next generation to be able to enjoy hiking, hunting,  and fishing in Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Right now, unfortunately, we’re not Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – Cara Keys

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

Cara Keys

What made you decide to run for County Commission? The past few years our county has been so consumed with fighting we have failed to solve serious problems impacting our county. Our county needs more than ever people who are willing and able to have constructive conversations on our county issues with the knowledge needed Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – Carrie Blessing

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

Carrie Blessing

What made you decide to run for County Commission? We’re at a pivotal moment in Jefferson County. Outside interests are pushing development that would permanently alter our rural landscape and quality of life. I’m running to ensure responsible development that respects our community and environment. I’ve served my community as a member of the Shepherdstown Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – David Tabb

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

David Tabb

What made you decide to run for County Commission? I was taught from the age of three, by my parents and elders, that everyone has the responsibility to be a steward of the land.  Without the land, clean water and air you don’t have anything to build upon.  Over the last 20 years, this commission Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – Jack Hefestay

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: Elections 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

Jack Hefestay

What made you decide to run for County Commission? The Commission appeared to be contentious and deadlocked on several important issues. My management and leadership experience as well as personal history dealing with difficult situations (conflict resolution) led me to think I could be a big assist with the Commission. Why should residents trust you Read the Full Story >>

County Commission – James Walch

November 1, 2024 Tagged With: election 2024, In Print Nov 2024, Jefferson County Commission

James Walch

What made you decide to run for County Commission? I decided to run for County Commission because Jefferson County is facing some unique challenges and is at a critical point in its history.  We are now the 2nd fastest growing county in the state.  I have a deep love for Jefferson County and its residents Read the Full Story >>

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