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Local Outcry as ACLU Opposes Slavery Exhibit Removal in Harpers Ferry

Local Outcry as ACLU Opposes Slavery Exhibit Removal in Harpers Ferry

ACLU-WV condemns reports of Trump order to remove slavery exhibits at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park WV News | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Staff The ACLU of West Virginia has voiced strong opposition to recent directives from the Trump administration that reportedly call for the removal of historical exhibits and

International Teachers Enrich Education in Charles Town Schools

Jefferson County schools find success in recruiting teachers from abroad DC News Now | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In an effort to address teacher shortages, schools in the eastern panhandle have successfully recruited international educators, such as Racquel Turner from Jamaica, Aileen Camargo from Colombia, and Joseph Caguimbaga

Shepherdstown Health Fair Offers Free Wellness Screenings

WVU Medicine, Asbury United Methodist Church host wellness screening The Journal | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Staff Asbury United Methodist Church in Shepherdstown will host a community health fair on October 4 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring wellness screenings provided by WVU Medicine from 8 to

Local Candidates Stress Importance of Every Vote in Ranson

Local Candidates Stress Importance of Every Vote in Ranson

Political candidates talk power of a single vote The Journal | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent discussion organized by Our Future West Virginia at the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History & Education, local candidates emphasized the critical importance of individual voting power. Former Delegate

Martinsburg's WVU Medicine Unveils New Patient Care Tower Plans

WVU Medicine breaks ground on new patient care tower at Berkeley Medical Center WV Metro News | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway WVU Medicine has initiated the construction of a $200 million patient care tower at Berkeley Medical Center, aiming to enhance healthcare services for residents in Martinsburg and

Harpers Ferry’s Hospice of the Panhandle Earns National Honor

Hospice of the Panhandle recognized Hampshire Review | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Hospice of the Panhandle has been honored with the Hospice CAHPS Honors award for the upcoming year, recognizing their commitment to quality hospice care. This national accolade reflects the positive experiences reported by families in the

Ranson's SensorHubb Secures $400K for Food Safety Innovation

$400K invested in food safety monitoring Hampshire Review | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant boost for the local food service industry, the West Virginia Jobs Investment Trust has invested $400,000 in Ranson-based SensorHubb, a software company specializing in food safety monitoring. Founded by experts, SensorHubb

Explore Military Academy Opportunities at Jefferson High School

Capito announces Academy Days The Inter-Mountain | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito will host four Academy Days this September for students in West Virginia to explore opportunities at U.S. service academies and ROTC scholarships. Events will take place in locations including South

Celebrating New Additions to Shepherdstown and Harpers Ferry Families

Cribsides for Sept. 17 The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Staff In a delightful announcement featured by The Journal, Kamren and Jaiquan Parker from Shepherdstown welcomed their son, Kai Maurice Parker, at Berkeley Medical Center on July 7, 2025. Weighing 6 pounds and 15 ounces, with a length of

Shepherdstown's Annual Spelling Bee Unites Community for Library Fundraiser

Shepherdstown's Annual Spelling Bee Unites Community for Library Fundraiser

Second annual Adult Spelling Bee raises funds for local library The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The second annual Adult Spelling Bee at Shepherdstown Public Library attracted lively participants and an enthusiastic crowd, with Rachel Hally taking home first place after spelling 'exculpate.' This year’

Local Residents Unite Against Transmission Line in Charles Town

Local Residents Unite Against Transmission Line in Charles Town

Jefferson County residents organize to fight transmission line projects The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On September 15, residents gathered in Charles Town to rally against the planned Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek transmission line project proposed by Potomac Edison. The meeting, organized by Keryn Newman, followed an earlier information

Shepherdstown's Sheriff’s Camp Inspires Future Legal Minds

Shepherdstown's Sheriff’s Camp Inspires Future Legal Minds

Local students, public get inside glimpse into Intermediate Court of Appeals The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent visit to Shepherdstown, Judge Daniel Greear shared his journey into the legal profession, sparked by a mock trial during Sheriff’s Camp in his youth. This program,

Kearneysville's Hospice of the Panhandle Earns National Honor

Hospice of the Panhandle receives prestigious national designation The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Staff Hospice of the Panhandle, serving the Kearneysville area and broader community, has been recognized as a Hospice CAHPS Honors award winner for 2024. This prestigious designation, awarded by the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers

Shepherdstown Celebrates Grandparents Day with DAR Chapter

Shepherdstown Celebrates Grandparents Day with DAR Chapter

DAR Chapter begins new fiscal year with Shepherd student speaking The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Staff The Pack Horse Ford Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution commenced its new fiscal year with a Grandparents Day celebration at the Shepherdstown Public Library on September 6.