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Royal Gala Launches Annual Apple Harvest Festival in Charles Town

Royal Gala Launches Annual Apple Harvest Festival in Charles Town

Royal Gala marks the beginning of the 46th annual Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival The Journal | Saturday, October 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The 46th annual Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival kicked off in Charles Town with the Royal Gala at the Hollywood Ballroom. This celebratory event recognized the hard

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Launches Season with 'Painted on the Sky'

Music, dance, and light collide in Wheeling Symphony Orchestra's stunning season opener WTRF | Friday, October 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra is set to launch its season with 'Painted on the Sky' on October 25 at the Capitol Theatre, featuring a mix of

West Virginia Steps Up to Aid Harpers Ferry Rangers During Furloughs

State funds help Harpers Ferry National Historical Park rangers amid furloughs DC News Now | Friday, October 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Amid the federal government shutdown, rangers at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park faced furloughs until the State of West Virginia intervened to support them. This assistance highlights the importance

Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival Celebrates Local Heritage

46th Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival celebrates agricultural heritage WV Metro News | Friday, October 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The 46th Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival, celebrated in the Eastern Panhandle, continues to honor the region's agricultural heritage with numerous family-friendly events. Susan Snowden, a dedicated board member

Ranson Youth Trained to Combat Firefighting Challenges

On the front lines of recruitment challenges, WVU Extension Fire Service trains firefighters West Virginia Press Association | Thursday, October 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As volunteer firefighter numbers decline nationwide, the WVU Extension Fire Service plays a vital role in training and retaining volunteers, especially in rural areas like Ranson

Middleway's Wizard’s Clip: A Tale of Superstition and Faith

The legend of Wizard’s Clip — rooted in religion, superstition and frontier life The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 16, 2025 By Staff The haunting tale of Wizard’s Clip, originating from the strange occurrences faced by German immigrant Adam Livingston in Middleway during the 1790s, intertwines local folklore, faith, and

Charming Dachshund Moment Celebrated in Shepherdstown

Dachshunds in downtown Shepherdstown The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 16, 2025 By Staff On a vibrant Saturday in Shepherdstown, the community witnessed an adorable moment as seven-year-old dachshund Bodhi was lovingly cradled by his owner, Michelle Marshall from Kearneysville, at the bustling intersection of Princess and German Streets. This charming