The Jefferson County Commission plans to purchase the building at 330 North George Street in Charles Town to house the county court system. Read the Full Story >>
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County Actions to Change JCDA Raise Concerns, Questions
A County Commission vote on March 6 2025 to change how the Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA) operates has raised many concerns and questions. Read the Full Story >>
Manufacturing In Middleway — A Brief History
The industrial site near Middleway that is being proposed for redevelopment as a water bottling factory by Sidewinder Enterprises dates to just after World War II. Read the Full Story >>
Public Hearing For Shepherdstown Comprehensive Plan
After two years of review, the Corporation of Shepherdstown is inviting public comment on a revised Comprehensive Plan that sets out a vision for the town to follow for the next decade. Read the Full Story >>
Tourism Is Big Business In Jefferson County
Visitors to Jefferson County, WV spent $876 million in 2024, according to the Jefferson County Convention and Visitors Bureau. 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 >>
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 >>
Jefferson County Adopts New Comprehensive Plan
The 2025 Comprehensive Plan for Jefferson County, WV took effect on February 25, 2025 following a vote by the Jefferson County Planning Commission. Read the Full Story >>
County Commissioners Vote To Oppose New Electric Transmission Lines
The Jefferson County Commission voted unanimously to send a letter to PJM opposing the construction of two new high-voltage transmission lines across the county. 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 >>
County Commission Discusses 2025 Plans
The Jefferson County Commission has approved several priorities on which it will focus during 2025. Read the Full Story >>