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Commission Votes to Repeal Controversial Obscenity Ordinance

Commission Votes to Repeal Controversial Obscenity Ordinance

Jefferson County Commission votes to repeal obscenity ordinance The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Ainsley Hall In a recent meeting, the Jefferson County Commission voted to repeal a controversial obscenity ordinance originally proposed to restrict minors from attending adult performances. Commissioner Jane Tabb led the push for repeal, citing

Local Emergency Responses Highlighted in Recent Fire/EMS Report

Fire/EMS for Dec. 20 The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Staff On December 18, emergency services responded to a series of incidents across local areas, including abdominal and chest pains, falls, and vehicle accidents affecting residents from Ranson to Harpers Ferry. Reports highlighted cases of diabetic emergencies and

Martinsburg Churches Celebrate December with Holiday Events

Church Events for December 20, 2024 The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Staff The Journal highlights a series of festive events scheduled for December 2024 in Martinsburg and the surrounding areas. Calvary UMC kicks off the month with a delicious spaghetti dinner, while Pikeside resumes its tradition with a

December Church Sermons Highlight Holiday Spirit in Local Communities

Church Sermons for December 20, 2024 The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Staff This article from The Journal outlines various church sermons scheduled for December 20, 2024, reflecting the spiritual atmosphere in towns like Charles Town and Harpers Ferry. Celebrations and messages will be delivered by local pastors at

Local Police Reports: Activity Highlights in Charles Town Area

Police Logs for Dec. 20 The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Staff The Journal reports on a range of law enforcement activities occurring on December 18 in the local area, highlighting several incidents across different locations. Key events included multiple motor vehicle accidents on major routes like S. Preston

Shepherdstown's Misfits Caroling Spreads Holiday Joy

Shepherdstown's Misfits Caroling Spreads Holiday Joy

'We're a couple of misfits': Caroling group fills town with holiday cheer The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston In Shepherdstown, the annual tradition of Misfits Caroling continues to spread holiday cheer among local businesses and residents. Founded by Jenny Haynes and her coworkers

Judge Faircloth's Legacy and Future for Judicial Circuit Changes

Judge Faircloth's Legacy and Future for Judicial Circuit Changes

Judge Faircloth reflects on year as Chief Judge The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Tom Markland As her term as Chief Judge of the 23rd Circuit draws to a close, Judge Laura V. Faircloth reflects on her experiences, highlighting the importance of courtroom operations and judicial collaboration with the