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Protests, Parks & PODA

March 4, 2025

map showing location of planned depot district park

Welcome to the Jefferson Weekly, a quick-read email digest from The WV Independent Observer covering the news and events around Jefferson County.

This issue highlights:

  • Local residents gather in Harpers Ferry park to protest mass-firings of federal workers
  • Charles Town’s purchase of land for the “Depot District” park
  • The recently approved outdoor drinking area in downtown Charles Town
  • The Unity 2025 campaign organized by United Way of the Eastern Panhandle

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