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Bedington Data Center Project Seeks Construction Permit 

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Valley Link Shares Details Of Power Line Route Options 

Observer Weekly — June 18, 2026

Transmission Lines Planned for Jefferson County

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Potomac River

Reeling In Big Fish & Big Tales

May 1, 2022 Tagged With: In Print May 2022, nature, Potomac River

Lucas King with musky

The largest member of the pike family, Esox masquiniongy got the name muskellunge from an Ojibway expression meaning “big fish.” True to its name, a musky grows bigger than any other fish in its habitat.  Read the Full Story >>

Getting On The River In Jefferson County

May 1, 2022 Tagged With: In Print May 2022, Pedal & Paddle, Potomac River, Rivers Studio and Gallery, Shenandoah River, tourism, water sports

boat ramp to Potomac River at Shepherdstown

Jefferson County connects with both the Potomac River and Shenandoah River, and there are many ways for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the water.  Read the Full Story >>

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