Localism: Jefferson County, WV

Relive Old Tyme Christmas in Harpers Ferry

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:03:56 -0600

Set in Harpers Ferry circa 1860, Old Tyme Christmas (December 5-7, 13-14 and 20) includes musical performances, storytelling, an arts and crafts show, beautifully decorated streets, puppet shows and, of course, a visit with Santa! This fun Harpers Ferry Christmas tradition kicks off with a Yule Log Celebration on Shenandoah Street at 7pm on December 5th with caroling up High Street. St. Peter's Church is hosting a concert by the Archangelus Choir at 7:30pm. Opening festivities conclude with the lighting of Harpers Ferry's Christmas tree. For more information on Harpers Ferry's Old Tyme Christmas, please call 304-535-2030 or visit the Old Tyme Christmas website.

For another peak at Christmastime in Harpers Ferry during Civil War times, the National Park Service will be presenting "Prospects of Peace: A Soldier's Prayer" from 11am-5pm on Saturday, December 6th and Sunday, December 7th. This program will feature local citizens and soldiers dressed in 1864 garb showing what the Yuletide was all about in Civil War times. There will be a Victorian cotillion, guided walking tours and even a vintage-style Santa all for only $6 per vehicle or $4 per person on foot. For more info on this fun holiday celebration, please call 304-535-6029.

Harpers Ferry & Martinsburg Named Preserve America Areas

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:02:25 -0600

Harpers Ferry and Martinsburg, West Virginia are the latest cities to be designated as Preserve America areas. They join Charles Town as the only other West Viriginia city to be named such since the program's inception in 2003. Preserve America is an Administrative initiative that was created to help preserve our country's culture and heritage. The First Lady, Laura Bush, is Honorary Chair of Preserve America. This prestigious designation means that Harpers Ferry and Martinsburg are eligible to receive federal grants that were previously unavailable to them to help the cities with their dedication to preserving both their natural and cultural history.

Welcome to Historic Harpers Ferry

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:12:29 -0600

Harpers Ferry is lovely little town nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of West Virginia. The city continues to embrace its historic ties to the Civil War. Many of the homes in the city date back to antebellum times and have been made into beautiful bed and breakfasts. Mother Nature truly blessed this area as well. The gorgeous Harpers Ferry National Park surrounds Harpers Ferry, preserving its natural beauty for generations to see. And don't be fooled by the small stature of Harpers Ferry. There are plenty of things to keep you occupied. If you are a nature lover, there is much more to view than the Harpers Ferry National Park. Take a hike along the Appalachian Trail Conference or the C&O Canal Towpath. Go tubing or kayaking along the Potomac River, the same river that George Washington grew up around. Raft down the breathtaking Shenandoah River. Learn about Harpers Ferry's spookier past with a ghost tour. Find out more about one of Harpers Ferry's more prominent residents, John Brown, and his fight for an end to slavery at the John Brown Wax Museum. Whether you are a nature enthusiast or a history buff, Harpers Ferry won't disappoint. Come see what made Thomas Jefferson enamored of this West Virginia village.

Where Do I Go to Vote in Jefferson County?

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:12:22 -0600

Are you ready to vote but don't know where to go? Here are the polling places for Jefferson County broken down by precinct number:

Precinct 2 - Wright Denny Elementary School, 209 W Congress St, Charles Town

Precinct 3 - Charles Town Baptist Church, East Congress St, Charles Town

Precinct 4A & 4B - Charles Town Middle School, 193 High St, Charles Town

Precinct 6 - Senior Center, 103 W 5th Ave, Ranson

Precinct 7 - Ranson Elementary School, 600 N Preston St, Ranson

Precinct 12 - Jefferson High School, Flowing Springs Rd, Shen Jct

Precinct 13A & 13B - CW Shipley Elementary School, Rt 340 E, Harpers Ferry

Precinct 14 - Camp Hill Wesley Methodist Church, 601 Washington St, Harpers Ferry

Precinct 15 - Harpers Ferry Middle School, Harpers Ferry

Precinct 16 - Oakland United Methodist Church, 70 Oakland Terrace, Charles Town

Precinct 17 - Blue Ridge Mountain Fire Hall, 181 Keyes Gap Rd, Harpers Ferry

Precinct 19 - St Johns Episcopal Church, Berryville Pike, near Rippon Post Office, Kabletown District

Precinct 20 - Kabletown Methodist Church, Kabletown Rd, Charles Town

Precinct 21A & 21B - Bue Ridge Elementary School, Kabletown District

Precinct 23A & 23B - Seventh Day Adventist Church, Summit Point Rd, Charles TownPrecinct 22 - South Jefferson Elementary School, 4599 Summit Point Rd, Summit Point

Precinct 25 - Middleway Methodist Church, 7435 Queen St, Middleway

Precinct 26 - Leetown Methodist Church, 11133 Leetown Rd, Kearneysville

Precinct 27 - North Jefferson Elementary School, Rt 9, Kearneysville

Precinct 28 - First Baptist Church, 614 Lone Oak Rd, Old Leetown Pike

Precinct 31 - Covenant Baptist Church, Shepherdstown Pike Rt 230

Precinct 32 - Bethal United Methodist Church, 855 Carter Ave, Bakerton

Precinct 33 - War Memorial Building, German St, Shepherdstown Mens Club

Precinct 34 - Shepherdstown Elementary School, 410 S Church St, Shepherdstown

Precinct 35A & 35B - Shepherdstown Fire Hall

Make sure to get your voice heard and vote today!