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Shepherdstown Gothic Revival Cottage's Historic Restoration

Gothic revival cottage restored, with many historic details preserved The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Staff Rod Glover and Tom Mayes have meticulously restored a historic Gothic revival cottage in Shepherdstown, originally built in 1881. Their commitment to preserving the architectural integrity of this home, alongside its rich

Transforming Long Meadow Farm: A Historic Shepherdstown Makeover

Transforming Long Meadow Farm: A Historic Shepherdstown Makeover

Prominent Shepherdstown property close to completion of major makeover The Journal | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Long Meadow Farm in Shepherdstown, originally built in 1970 as a retreat for Texas Congressman Frank Ikard, has undergone significant renovations since Henry 'Hank' Willard III inherited it in 2018.

New Program at BCHS Lets Local Residents Take Dogs Out

New Program at BCHS Lets Local Residents Take Dogs Out

BCHS’s newest program lets visitors take their dogs on a day out The Journal | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Berkeley County Humane Society launched an innovative program allowing residents to take shelter dogs on outings, encouraging community involvement and potential adoptions. Initiated by manager Brandy Bender,

4-H Team from Martinsburg Shines at World FLL Championship

4-H Team from Martinsburg Shines at World FLL Championship

Local 4-H FLL team earns highest marks for its innovation project at World Championship The Journal | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Berkeley County 4-H FIRST LEGO League team, known as Lego Force, proudly represented the region at the World Championship in Houston, achieving full marks on their

Shepherdstown Community Comes Together for Mother's Day Bags

Shepherdstown Community Comes Together for Mother's Day Bags

Local business puts together Mother’s Day bags for moms in need The Journal | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In Shepherdstown, Michelle Kwiatkowski of Wild Rose Soap Co. has organized Mother's Day gift bags for local mothers in need for the eighth year. With the help

County Commission Advances $16 Million HQ Financing Plan

County Commission Plans To Finance New HQ With $16 Million Bond The Independent Observer | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Jefferson County Commission has approved a $16 million financing plan to purchase two former APUS buildings, intending to create a new headquarters. This decision marks a significant step

Shepherdstown's Community Markets Faces Staffing Crisis

Shepherdstown's Community Markets Faces Staffing Crisis

Two-thirds of staff cut at Community Markets Inc., a group that feeds the hungry The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant blow to local efforts combating hunger, Community Markets Inc. (CMI), located near Shepherdstown, has lost two-thirds of its workforce due to recent