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Legislative Outlook Forum Highlights Key Issues and Changes in Eastern Panhandle

Legislative Outlook Forum Highlights Key Issues and Changes in Eastern Panhandle

Chamber welcomes legislators to Outlook Forum The Journal | Friday, December 13, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In a forum hosted by the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce, five legislators from West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle discussed their legislative goals and the anticipated changes in leadership. State Senator Patricia Rucker emphasized

Delegate-elect Joseph de Soto Arrested for Threats Against West Virginia Legislators

Delegate-elect Joseph de Soto Arrested for Threats Against West Virginia Legislators

de Soto arrested over alleged threats to delegates The Journal | Thursday, December 12, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In an article published by The Journal, Delegate-elect Joseph de Soto from Berkeley County was arrested for allegedly making threats of terrorist acts against several members of the West Virginia State Legislature. Following

Shepherd University to Enhance Facilities With $30M Funding from Gov. Justice

Shepherd University to Enhance Facilities With $30M Funding from Gov. Justice

Shepherd receives $30 million from Gov. Jim Justice The Journal | Tuesday, December 10, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In an announcement by The Journal, Shepherd University is set to receive a $30 million investment from Gov. Jim Justice to enhance its facilities and support student needs in the Eastern Panhandle. Shepherd

Charles Town/Ranson Parade Competition Winners Announced for 2023

Charles Town/Ranson Parade Competition Winners Announced for 2023

Winners named in Charles Town/Ranson parade competition The Journal | Tuesday, December 10, 2024 By Toni Milbourne The Journal reports that the winners of the Charles Town/Ranson holiday parade competition were announced, showcasing over 140 entries. A panel of judges evaluated the participants based on their adherence to the

A Fresh Celebration: Ranson's Breakfast with Santa Welcomes New Santa After a Decade

A Fresh Celebration: Ranson's Breakfast with Santa Welcomes New Santa After a Decade

Charles Town/Ranson Christmas events see new face The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In an article published by The Journal, the Independent Fire Department in Ranson recently hosted Breakfast with Santa, an annual event that has delighted the community for years. This year marked a change

Community Voices from the Journal: Concerns on Pardons, Taxation, and More

Journal junction for Dec. 9 The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In a recent article published by The Journal on December 9, various community members voiced their concerns on different issues. From advocacy for presidential pardons and critiques on underwhelming Christmas decorations in Ranson, to frustrations about

Charles Town Celebrates Christmas Spirit at Annual Tree Lighting Event

Charles Town Celebrates Christmas Spirit at Annual Tree Lighting Event

Charles Town shares magic of season with annual tree lighting The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In a festive celebration marking the holiday season, Charles Town hosted its annual tree-lighting event, as reported by The Journal. The event featured Santa and Mrs. Claus greeting children at Washington