The shutdown of the federal government that began on Wednesday, October 1 2025 is affecting operations at the Harpers Ferry National Historic Park. Park officials declined to provide details of how park services would be affected prior to the shutdown and have not yet released any official information about current operations. The park website has Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Marches to Celebrate the Constitution of the United States
Shepherdstown hosted a community parade on Saturday, September 20, to honor the Constitution of the United States. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherd University President Announces Plan To Retire At End Of School Year
Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix plans to step down as President of Shepherd University at the end of the 2025-2026 academic year. Read the Full Story >>
Governor Morrisey Provides Details of 25-Year Energy Plan
Governor Patrick Morrisey wants West Virginia to be a powerhouse in energy production for the country. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Fair 2025 Gallery
A few snapshots from the 2025 Jefferson County Fair. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Dedicates African American Cemetery
The Charles Town African American Cemetery was formally dedicated during a brief ceremony on August 17, 2025. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Development Authority Gets New Board Members
The Jefferson County Commission recently appointed 10 new members to reconstitute the board of the Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA). Read the Full Story >>
First Energy Shares Plans For Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek Transmission Line
First Energy held an open house in Shepherdstown on August 13 to share details about the Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek transmission line. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Celebrates Appalachian Heritage
A month-long exploration of Appalachian culture will take place in Shepherdstown WV this September. Read the Full Story >>
Chamber Music Festival Connects Appalachia & The World
The 2025 Appalachian Chaimber Music Festival has a dozen full concerts plus other events in its schedule between August 7 to 17. Read the Full Story >>
Electric Company To Share Details Of New Transmission Line
First Energy will hold an open house event in Shepherdstown on Wednesday August 13, from 6 to 8 pm to share information on a new high-voltage transmission line it wants to build through Jefferson County. Read the Full Story >>
CTUB And American Water Present Service Area Arguments At Public Service Commision Hearing
On July 30 2025, the WV PSC conducted an evidentiary hearing on a service territory dispute between CTUB and WV American Water. Read the Full Story >>
County Commission Holds Ribbon Cutting At New Government Buildings
The Jefferson County commission held a ceremonial ribbon cutting at the two buildings that will soon become the Jefferson County Administration & Judicial Center. Read the Full Story >>
Birdhill Subdivision On August 12 Planning Commission Agenda
There will be a public hearing on August 12 to review a preliminary plat for the Birdhill Meadows subdivision. Read the Full Story >>
Preparing For Disasters: Local Alerts & Training
The Jefferson County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management offers several tips for staying safe when severe weather occurs. Read the Full Story >>