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Local Leaders Honored at Shepherdstown's Heart of the Community Awards

Nine community leaders honored with Heart of the Community Award The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Staff During the inaugural Heart of the Community Awards held on August 15 at Corner Connections, nine residents from Shepherdstown and surrounding areas were honored for their impactful contributions to the local

Shepherdstown Town Council Approves Events, Discusses Grants

Town council talks Town Run Watershed signs, filmmaker funding The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Staff During its August 13 meeting, the Shepherdstown Town Council addressed pressing issues including the need for temporary office space for its expanding staff and unanimously approved essential local events such as the

Charles Town Honors Local Heritage with Cemetery Dedication

Charles Town Dedicates African American Cemetery The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On August 17, 2025, a significant ceremony took place in Charles Town, marking the formal dedication of the African American Cemetery. This event highlights the ongoing efforts to honor and recognize the contributions and

Berryville Residents Demand Action on Truck Traffic Hazards

Berryville Residents Demand Action on Truck Traffic Hazards

Resident: Large trucks causing safety problems along Crums Church Road The Winchester Star | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Residents along Crums Church Road near Berryville have raised safety concerns over large trucks using the road as a shortcut, prompting Connie Fisher to seek action from the Clarke County

Major Arrests in Martinsburg Combat Violent Crime Surge

Police task force makes 34 armed robbery, drug trafficking arrests in Martinsburg DC News Now | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A coordinated effort involving federal, state, and local law enforcement in the eastern panhandle led to the arrest of 34 violent criminals in Martinsburg, including suspects from last

New Board Members Appointed to JCDA to Boost Local Development

Jefferson County Development Authority Gets New Board Members The Independent Observer | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a move aimed at revitalizing local development efforts, the Jefferson County Commission has appointed ten new members to the board of the Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA). This reconstitution is expected

Martinsburg's Filthy Fizz Introduces Innovative Beverage Trends

Filthy Fizz fills niche in local beverage industry with cold foam-topped dirty sodas, dirty energy drinks The Journal | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Filthy Fizz, a unique beverage shop in Martinsburg, opened on August 12, offering cold foam-topped dirty sodas and energy drinks. Founded by the entrepreneurial couple