Spirit of Jefferson News

10/09/2025

David Browne, a 29-year old man from Martinsburg, was shot and later died as a result of his injuries after allegedly attacking a Berkeley County Sheriff’s deputy with a hatchet during an altercation.

MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — David Browne, a 29-year old man from Martinsburg, was shot and later died as a result of his injuries after attacking a Berkeley County Sheriff’s deputy during

10/09/2025

"As I conclude my service as Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney, to serve as the United States Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to the people of this community. Serving Jefferson County has been one of the greatest honors of my life."

As I conclude my service as Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney, to serve as the United States Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia, I want to take a moment

10/08/2025

With a vote in the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, Jefferson County Prosecutor Matt Harvey has been confirmed to lead the U.S. Attorney's office for the Northern District of West Virginia.

After a long waiting period, the Senate voted on Tuesday to confirm the appointments of a bloc of presidential nominations, most for open U.S. Attorney positions, including the recommendation of

10/08/2025

At the end of an emotional and unusually public discussion of a personnel matter at the Jefferson County Commission meeting last week, the head of the county’s emergency services was denied an appeal to a disciplinary action taken against him by the county administrator.

At the end of an emotional and unusually public discussion of a personnel matter at the Jefferson County Commission meeting last week, the head of the county’s emergency services was

10/07/2025

After a long waiting period, Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney Matt Harvey has been confirmed as the next U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia. A full story will follow shortly.

10/07/2025

ICYMI: Behind Michael Hardaway, the Rams finally managed a victory with a 38-23 verdict over host Millersville on Saturday.

When Shepherd quarterback Michael Hardyway threw an interception, he stayed on the sideline for the next two Rams' series.

10/07/2025

ICYMI: Rockwell completed 15 of 17 passes for 214 yards and two touchdowns the Cougars' 49-0 rout of Hedgesville on Friday.

SHENANDOAH JUNCTION, W.Va. — Jackson Rockwell was all smiles on Friday night following Jefferson’s game with Hedgesville, and with good reason. The new Cougars’ quarterback had come of age.

10/07/2025

BREAKING: A suspect was taken into custody following a crash on Rt. 9 near Currie Road after allegedly carjacking a business van in Middletown, Va., and leading law enforcement on an extensive chase.

RANSON, W.Va. — A car chase that started in Middletown, Va., ended abruptly in Ranson earlier this morning when the driver crashed near the intersection of Rt. 9 and Currie

10/06/2025

Spring Mills dominated both sides of the ball on Friday, delivering an overwhelming 51-7 defeat to Washington.

Spring Mills altered its status quo on Friday night.

10/05/2025

Dustin Shawn Weister, 24, is the man accused of striking an adult male with a vehicle, causing serious injuries in downtown Charles Town on Friday.

CHARLES TOWN, W.V.a — Charles Town police have released the identity of a suspect who was arrested and charged with attempted murder after allegedly attacking another man with a vehicle

10/03/2025

The public will get the opportunity to see 17 paintings of Harpers Ferry by Garnet Jex that many have not seen before tomorrow in Harpers Ferry at Camp Hill-Wesley United Methodist Church.

The public will get the opportunity to see 17 paintings of Harpers Ferry by Garnet Jex that many have not seen before. These works of art are “local treasures,” said

10/03/2025

This week's game of the week takes us to Shenandoah Junction where Jefferson and Hedgesville fight for their first win of the season.

Jefferson and Hedgesville's football teams share the same mission: to win some games and try to qualify for the Class AAAA state playoffs.