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Significant Surge in Home Construction Permits in Jefferson County for 2024

Home Building Construction Continues On Fast Pace In Jefferson County The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 1, 2024 By Steve Pearson According to The Independent Observer, Jefferson County has seen a substantial increase in home building, with 612 construction permits issued in the first half of 2024, a significant rise compared

Residents Voice Concerns at Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan Hearing

August 27 Public Hearing For Comment On County Comprehensive Plan The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 1, 2024 By Steve Pearson The Independent Observer reports that a public hearing on the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan is scheduled for August 27, 2024, at Washington High School. Over 200 residents attended a previous

O'Hurley's and Dogwood General: Community-Centric Shopping in Shepherdstown

General Stores In Shepherdstown Invite Patrons To Slow Down & Enjoy Shopping The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 1, 2024 By Steve Pearson In an article published by The Independent Observer, the focus is on the two general stores in Shepherdstown, O'Hurley's General Store and Dogwood General.

Shepherd University Convenes Panel on Child Care Challenges in Jefferson County

Forum at Shepherd University Discusses Issues Of Child Care Services The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 1, 2024 By Steve Pearson The Independent Observer reports on a panel discussion hosted by Shepherd University titled 'A 360 View of Child Care in Jefferson County,' held on July 24. Organized by

Jefferson County Residents Rally Against Wild Hill Solar Project Tax Abatement

Jefferson County Commission Rejects Solar Project Tax Abatement Request The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 1, 2024 By Steve Pearson In a recent meeting held by the Jefferson County Commission, over 100 residents expressed overwhelming opposition to a proposed tax abatement for the Wild Hill solar project, presented by EDF Renewables.

ACMF to Premiere Rufus Reid’s 'The Niagara Movement Suite' in Harpers Ferry

Debut Performance Of “The Niagara Movement Suite” In Harpers Ferry The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 1, 2024 By Steve Pearson In an article published by The Independent Observer, it is announced that the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival (ACMF) will debut 'The Niagara Movement Suite,' composed by renowned jazz

2024 Jefferson County African American Cultural & Heritage Festival Kicks Off with Gospel Extravaganza and Parade

2024 African American Cultural & Heritage Festival The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 1, 2024 By Steve Pearson The Independent Observer reports that the 2024 Jefferson County African American Cultural & Heritage Festival (AACHF) will begin on August 16 with a Gospel Extravaganza from 6 to 8 pm at the Betty