The Observer's 2026 Voter Guide is updated with helpful information and links to candidate websites, interviews, and debate videos. Read the Full Story >>
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Jefferson County’s Budget Reserves Are Shrinking
The Jefferson County budget has relied on drawing down reserves in the general fund for three years in a row. Read the Full Story >>
Observer Weekly — October 29, 2026
Jefferson County, WV — News & Events. We cover the stories and inspiring voices of our community. Read the Full Story >>
2026 Election Guide
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Key dates and helpful links for Jefferson County voters. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Celebrates 225 Years Of History
Jefferson County, WV (2026 Oct 27) — Jefferson County officials gathered in front of the historic courthouse in downtown Charles Town on October 26, 2026 (above) to mark the 225 anniversary of the establishment of Jefferson County. Originally chartered as a county in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Jefferson County became part of West Virginia on November Read the Full Story >>
WV Governor Patrick Morrisey Issues Diesel Fuel Emergency Declaration
WV Governor Patrick Morrisey issued an emergency declaration on October 20, 2026 to allow sale of offroad diesel fuel for highway use. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Rejected For Summit Point Water Utility Grant
The JCDA board learned on October 20, 2026 that the USDA had rejected the Jefferson County's grant application for a Summit Point project. Read the Full Story >>
Observer Weekly — October 22, 2026
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Valley North Transmission Line Project Has Revised Maps
Earlier this week, Valley Link published a second round of maps for its proposed Valley North 765 kilovolt transmission line. Read the Full Story >>
Observer Weekly — October 15, 2026
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Jefferson County Puts Downtown Buildings Up For Sale
The Jefferson County Commission has officially listed seven of its downtown Charles Town properties for sale. Read the Full Story >>
Rippon Solar Project Files Update To Construction Plan
Rippon Energy Facility LLC has filed an update to its stormwater construction permit for a solar facility in Rippon. Read the Full Story >>
CTUB Completes Investigation Into DEP Permit Application
The Charles Town Utility Board has announced a quick conclusion of its investigation into the Sidewinder waterline stormwater construction permit. Read the Full Story >>
Observer Weekly — October 8, 2026
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Observer Weekly — October 1, 2026
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