The Ranson City Council is discussiong rezoning a property on Cranes Lane for a new housing subdivision. Read the Full Story >>
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Plans For ICE Detention Facility In Williamsport Draws Protest
200+ people protested plans for ICE processing facility in Williamsport during a Washington County Commission meeting on February 3. Read the Full Story >>
Governor Morrisey Pushes Hard For 10% Cut to Personal Income Tax Rates
Governor Patrick Morrisey spoke at Green's Supply Depot this morning about why he wants a 10% cut in WV's income tax rates. Read the Full Story >>
Severe Winter Storm In Jefferson County This Weekend — Resources
A major wintor storm that will affect Jefferson County starting in the afternoon of Saturday, January 24. Read the Full Story >>
Arsenic Remediation Plan Proposed For Birdhill Meadows Subdivision
Lennar/U.S. Homes LLC has proposed an arsenic remediation plan for its planned Birdhill Meadows subdivision. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Snapshot — January 2026
The Observer's summary of local government and what's happening around town for January 2026. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Residents Protest ICE Tactics
More than 100 people gathered in front of the Jefferson County courthouse to protest the killing of Miinnesota resident Renee Good. Read the Full Story >>
How Water and Sewer Utilities Pay For System Improvements
CTUB and WV American Water customers pay very different rates, due in part to how the utilities cover their infrastructure costs. Read the Full Story >>
Wrap Up The Season With Local Shopping
There are many options for local shopping in Jefferson County, especially in the three downtown districts. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Rotary Raises $100,000 To Support Local Groups
The Rotary Club of Charlestown gathered on December 10 to distribute donations to more than twenty local charities. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Christmas Parade 2025
The Shepherdstown Christmas Parade has been annual tradition of the town since the 1980s. Read the Full Story >>
Sheperdstown Honors Judy Shepherd For Community Spirit
Shepherdstown recognized Judy Shepherd as the "Heart of Shepherdstown" for three decades of volunteer service. Read the Full Story >>
New Construction Permits In Jefferson County Expected To Hit 1,500 in 2025
Residential construction continues to boom in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>
State Proposes Rule For Fast-Tracking Data Center Projects
The West Virginia Department of Commerce has proposed rules to implement a data center and microgrid law enacted earlier this year. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Utility Board Reverses Decision, Votes To Apply For Grant
The Charles Town Utility Board (CTUB) voted to apply for a state grant that could fund the design and construction of a new water and sanitary sewer system in Summit Point. Read the Full Story >>