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2026 School Board Candidates Respond To Questions From The Observer
The Observer sent questions to all seven of the candidates running for the Jefferson County Board of Education (candidate Ranale Jones appears on the ballot but she has withdrawn from the election). Four candidates responded to the questions by the deadline for today’s publication. This page will be updated as we receive additional responses. About Read the Full Story >>
Observer Weekly — April 30, 2026
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Observer Weekly — April 23
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Google Plans To Build Data Center Campus In Putnam County, West Virginia
Google plans to build a data center campus in Putnam County, West Virginia according to Governor Patrick Morrisey. Read the Full Story >>
Data Center Project Planned In Bedington Area Of Berkeley County
The area around the village of Bedington in Berkeley County has been announced as WV's first “high-impact data center” site. Read the Full Story >>
Proposal For Water & Sewer In Summit Point Lacks Key Details
A proposed Summit Point water and sewer utility project needs more details to assess its scope and financial viability. Read the Full Story >>
Residential Development Proposed For Cranes Lane Property In Ranson
The Ranson City Council is discussiong rezoning a property on Cranes Lane for a new housing subdivision. Read the Full Story >>
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 >>