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Shepherdstown Welcomes Deaf Storyteller Justin Perez in Unique Performance

Deaf storyteller shares Visual Vernacular art form with Eastern Panhandle audiences The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Staff On September 9, at the Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church, Visual Vernacular artist Justin Perez captivated local audiences with his unique storytelling, blending silence and sign language into captivating performances. As part

Charles Town and Martinsburg Face Severe Drought Conditions

U.S. Drought Monitor says parts of 10 West Virginia counties in extreme drought WV Metro News | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway According to a report by WV Metro News, drought conditions in West Virginia are worsening, with parts of 10 counties, including nearby areas like Jefferson County,

Matt Harvey Resigns from West Virginia First Foundation Amid Federal Appointment

WV First Foundation chairman resigns from role because he’s been appointed federal prosecutor WV Metro News | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Matt Harvey has stepped down as chairman of the West Virginia First Foundation, having been appointed federal prosecutor for the northern region. Harvey expressed pride in

Local Officials Condemn Removal of Historical Exhibits at Harpers Ferry Park

Local Officials Condemn Removal of Historical Exhibits at Harpers Ferry Park

Around 30 items have been flagged for removal or covering at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park following Trump Administration's orders, spurring one Harpers Ferry councilman to speak out The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent move that echoes past historical conflicts,

ACLU Critiques Trump Administration's Exhibit Changes in Harpers Ferry

Certain exhibits being removed from Harpers Ferry under Trump administration order WOWK 13 News | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The ACLU of West Virginia has condemned the Trump administration's decision to remove references to slavery from exhibits at Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, a pivotal site

Concerns Rise Over Hiring Freeze at Local Emergency Services

Concerns Rise Over Hiring Freeze at Local Emergency Services

Union raises alarm over hiring freeze, possible cuts at Jefferson County Emergency Services The Journal | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Jefferson County Professional Fire Fighters IAFF Local 5351 has raised concerns regarding a hiring freeze at the Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency, which could lead to decreased

Shepherdstown Farm Launches Engaging Petting Zoo Experience

Shepherdstown Farm Launches Engaging Petting Zoo Experience

Local farm finding 'spicy' way to connect with public The Journal | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Golden Rule Farm in Shepherdstown, run by the Ware family, is engaging the community with a new petting zoo featuring goats and piglets. This initiative combines their farming background with