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Observer Weekly September 11, 2025 Jefferson County, WV news & events Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. Breaking: Shepherd University President Announces Retirement Plan Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix has announced her plan to step down as President of Shepherd University at the end of the 2025-2026...

Observer Weekly September 4, 2025 Jefferson County, WV news & events Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. Charles Town Council Pushes Back on Roundabout Proposal Entering the three-way intersection driving westbound on West Washington Street (image courtesy City of Charles Town) The Charles Town City...

Observer Weekly August 28, 2025 Jefferson County, WV news & events Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. Quick Updates The deadline to take advantage of the early-payment discount for Jefferson County property taxes is September 1. Pay online at WVpropertytaxes.com or in person at the Sheriff’s Tax...

Observer Weekly August 21, 2025 Jefferson County, WV news & events Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. Quick Updates The newly-appointed board of the Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA) met this week to elect officers and get a brief overview of priorities and current projects. >>>Read...

Observer Weekly August 15, 2025 — Jefferson County, WV news & events — This week started off slow, got busy in the middle, and ends with a flurry of activity this weekend. On Wednesday, First Energy pitched its plan for a new 500 KV power line across the county, on Thursday County and Ranson officials battled on the kickball field, and this weekend you can enjoy a parade in Charles Town, music in Shenandoah Junction, and the County Fair in Kearneysville. Every week, The Observer digs into the...

Observer Weekly Local news and events. In your inbox. August 7, 2025 Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. Quick updates on stories we’re following: New electric transmission lines — First Energy will hold an open house on August 13, 6-8 pm at the Shepherd University Wellness Center, to present details...

Observer Weekly Local news and events. In your inbox. July 31, 2025 Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. CTUB And American Water Clash Over Utility Service Area CTUB water tower adjacent to planned development on Keyes Ferry Road. A dispute over who will provide water service to a major new...

Observer Weekly Local news and events. In your inbox. July 24, 2025 Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. Quick updates on stories we’re following: The comment period for the WV DEP Consent Order against the Blake solar project has been extended to August 16. The Jefferson County Planning Commission...

Observer Weekly Local news and events. In your inbox. July 17, 2025 Every week, The Observer digs into the details that matter in Jefferson County. Our content is free for everyone to read, but producing well-researched local news isn’t free. If you value local journalism, become a paid subscriber. Blake Solar Project: State DEP Calls for Public Comments After you cross the Shenandoah River on Route 115, you can’t miss the Blake industrial solar project that sprawls over 500 acres of former...