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Kearneysville's Magical Cat, Prince Snowflake, Wows Locals

Feline magic The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 By Tim Cook Prince Snowflake, the enchanting 'celebrity cat' from Kearneysville, captivates locals with his remarkable talents, including card tricks and telepathic communication. His caretakers, Rosie Rose Fisher and Mary Ann Fisher, claim he possesses a unique blend

Ranson Man Pleads Guilty to Assault Charges Amid Murder Case

Ranson Man Pleads Guilty to Assault Charges Amid Murder Case

Calderon accepts plea in felony assault cases The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 By Tim Cook In a plea agreement with county prosecutors, David Antonio Calderon, a 46-year-old Ranson resident, has pled guilty to felony assault charges connected to two violent incidents in April, following his earlier charge

Superintendent Confirms North Jefferson Elementary Will Remain Open Despite Boundary Changes

Superintendent Confirms North Jefferson Elementary Will Remain Open Despite Boundary Changes

Superintendent: North Jefferson Elementary won’t close The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, December 4, 2024 By Tim Cook Superintendent Chuck Bishop confirmed that North Jefferson Elementary School will not close, following a school board discussion where boundary adjustments were approved. The new adjustments will transfer about 83 students from T.

Jefferson County Officials Propose Alternative to Keep North Jefferson Elementary Open with Reduced Grades

Jefferson County Officials Propose Alternative to Keep North Jefferson Elementary Open with Reduced Grades

Alternative proposed to keep North Jefferson Elementary open The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Tim Cook In a recent article by The Spirit of Jefferson, Jefferson County school officials are exploring an alternative plan to keep North Jefferson Elementary School operational, following a citizen's proposal

Demolition of Historic Rainbow Road Club Nears Completion in Rippon

Over with the Rainbow The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, November 21, 2024 By Tim Cook In a recent article by The Spirit of Jefferson, it was reported that demolition of the historic Rainbow Road Club and its diner in Rippon is nearing completion as part of a widening project on

Charles Town Council Approves Plan for Outdoor Drinking Zone

Charles Town Council Approves Plan for Outdoor Drinking Zone

Sip and stroll The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, November 21, 2024 By Tim Cook In an article published by The Spirit of Jefferson, the Charles Town City Council voted 7-1 to draft an ordinance for a designated downtown zone allowing pedestrians to carry and drink beer and wine outside. The

Community Unites for Veterans Day Celebrations in Bolivar and Charles Town

Community Unites for Veterans Day Celebrations in Bolivar and Charles Town

Separate Veterans Day events honor, celebrate The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, November 14, 2024 By Tim Cook In a heartfelt observance of Veterans Day, local military veterans, families, and community members gathered in Bolivar and Charles Town for separate ceremonies. The day began with a parade led by the Harpers