Shepherdstown Kicks Off 2025 Banner Initiative for Local Heroes
2025 Shepherdstown Banner Initiative kicks off, with April 1 deadline
The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 20, 2025
By Staff
The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the launch of the 2025 Shepherdstown Banner Initiative, which will honor local U.S. servicemen and first responders with Hometown Heroes banners displayed throughout town. Discussed by Mayor James Gatz, the initiative gained momentum thanks to local resident Jim Schmitt's idea, leading to a task force's efforts to make this happen. The banners featuring veterans' photos and details will be displayed from Memorial Day through Veterans Day. With a deadline for sponsorship submissions set for April 1, local residents are encouraged to participate by donating $150 for each banner to highlight the sacrifices of those in their lives, while additional funds are sought for new hanging brackets. This initiative aims to enrich community spirit while promoting events and veterans within the picturesque backdrop of Shepherdstown.