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Governor Announces $13.9 Million for Eastern Panhandle Trail and Sidewalk Improvements

Governor Announces $13.9 Million for Eastern Panhandle Trail and Sidewalk Improvements

Eastern Panhandle cities receive millions in grants for pedestrian and trail improvements The Journal | Wednesday, November 6, 2024 By Tom Markland According to The Journal, Governor Jim Justice has announced $13.9 million in grants for 36 projects across West Virginia through the Transportation Alternatives and Recreational Trails program, with

Recent Arraignments in Jefferson County Highlight Drug and Violent Crimes

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Tuesday, November 5, 2024 By Tom Markland The Journal reports on various recent arraignments in Jefferson County Magistrate Court, involving a range of criminal charges including drug possession, DUI, robbery, and child neglect. Notable cases include a felony charge of robbery against Ryan Robert

Code Ninjas: Engaging Kids in Coding through Gaming and Martial Arts

Code Ninjas: Engaging Kids in Coding through Gaming and Martial Arts

‘Code Ninjas’ teaches students computer skills with martial arts theming The Journal | Monday, November 4, 2024 By Tom Markland According to The Journal, Code Ninjas is a new coding academy in Ranson that combines video game creation with martial arts themes to engage students in learning to code. Opened recently

Comprehensive Overview of Jefferson County's Latest Crime Arraignments

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Saturday, November 2, 2024 By Tom Markland The Journal provides an insightful overview of recent criminal activities in Jefferson County, highlighting numerous arraignments for various charges ranging from misdemeanors such as DUI and possession of controlled substances to felonies including robbery and conspiracy. Notable

Former Jefferson County Commissioners End Legal Battle with Plea Deal

Former Jefferson County Commissioners End Legal Battle with Plea Deal

Former Jefferson County commissioners accept plea deal, ending year-long legal saga The Journal | Friday, November 1, 2024 By Tom Markland In an article by The Journal, two former Jefferson County commissioners, Tricia Jackson and Jennifer Krouse, have accepted a plea deal that resolves a lengthy legal dispute stemming from their

Eastern Panhandle 23rd Judicial Circuit's Active Fall Season: Key Statistics and Updates

Eastern Panhandle 23rd Judicial Circuit's Active Fall Season: Key Statistics and Updates

Eastern Panhandle’s 23rd Judicial Circuit releases 3rd quarter data The Journal | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Tom Markland The Journal reports that the Eastern Panhandle’s 23rd Judicial Circuit Court has had an active fall, presiding over 1,643 hearings, with notable numbers in Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan Counties.

Desmond Lamont Davis Convicted for Trafficking Fentanyl and Cocaine in Martinsburg

Martinsburg Man convicted on drug charges by federal jury The Journal | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Tom Markland In an article published by The Journal, Desmond Lamont Davis, 33, from Martinsburg, was convicted by a federal jury for drug trafficking, specifically fentanyl and cocaine possession. The jury found him guilty