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Shepherdstown Event Explores Lives of Tusing Sisters

Shepherdstown Event Explores Lives of Tusing Sisters

Lost River Educational Foundation hosts speakers The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Lost River Educational Foundation recently hosted Gary Smucker and Kathy Sholl at the Lost River Yoga Barn, where they shared insights into the lives of Leora and Lynn Tusing, expert weavers from Hardy County.

Shepherdstown Welcomes Its First Cake Exchange Event

Great Little Cake Exchange to be held for first time in Shepherdstown The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Cake enthusiasts in Shepherdstown can look forward to the inaugural Great Little Cake Exchange, hosted by Skull City Studio on October 11. Organized by Pang Tubhirun, this unique event

Revolutionizing Communication: RFD's Local Beginnings in 1896

RFD began as a West Virginia experiment WV Metro News | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The article from WV Metro News details the significant historical impact of Rural Free Delivery (RFD), which originated in the late 19th century as an experimental service in Jefferson County. The introduction of

Exciting Events and Community Support in Winchester Area

Exciting Events and Community Support in Winchester Area

Clubs & Organizations The Winchester Star | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The upcoming events in the Winchester area, as detailed by The Winchester Star, include a Walk and Wag to End Domestic Violence on October 4, a drive-thru dinner by Gainesboro Fire & Rescue on October 5, and

Local Fire Safety Professionals Collaborate on Future Planning

Local Fire Safety Professionals Collaborate on Future Planning

Citizens Fire Company participates in Future of Fire Service discussion The Journal | Monday, September 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On September 23, the Citizens Fire Company hosted a discussion led by the Jefferson County Commission to gather input from local fire safety professionals. Commissioner Mike Mood emphasized the importance of

Key Roadwork Alerts for Charles Town and Harpers Ferry Area

Road Work To Know About in The Eastern Panhandle This Week The Panhandle News Network | Monday, September 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Panhandle News Network reports significant roadwork affecting travel in the Eastern Panhandle, notably impacting areas around Charles Town and Harpers Ferry. Starting from September 28, 2025, lane

Community Meetings on PFAS Contamination in Local Water Systems

WVDEP Looking For Public Input This Week for PFAS Action Plans in Eastern Panhandle The Panhandle News Network | Monday, September 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Panhandle News Network reports that the WVDEP, along with the West Virginia Rivers Coalition and other local organizations, is hosting community meetings in towns