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Shepherdstown Farmers Market Celebrates 35 Years of Community

Shepherdstown Farmers Market Celebrates 35 Years of Community

Shepherdstown Farmers Market nears 35th outdoor season The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Andrew Spellman The Shepherdstown Farmers Market, a staple since 1990, is gearing up for its 35th season with 20 local vendors. Inge Ledden, owner of Cottage of Herbs, highlights the market's strong

Shenandoah Junction’s Cari Jubb Named High School Counselor of the Year

Shenandoah Junction’s Cari Jubb Named High School Counselor of the Year

Jefferson High’s Cari Jubb named High School Counselor of the Year The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Andrew Spellman Cari Jubb, a dedicated school counselor at Jefferson High School, has been honored as High School Counselor of the Year at the West Virginia School Counselor Association

Shepherdstown Hosts 22nd American Conservation Film Festival

Shepherdstown Hosts 22nd American Conservation Film Festival

American Conservation Film Festival brings international, local filmmakers together in 22nd year The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Andrew Spellman The American Conservation Film Festival (ACFF), held at Shepherd University, successfully brought together filmmakers and conservation enthusiasts for its 22nd edition. Among the featured works was John

Celebrate Potomac Ridge Brewing's 1 Year Anniversary in Sharpsburg

Celebrate Potomac Ridge Brewing's 1 Year Anniversary in Sharpsburg

Potomac Ridge Brewing to celebrate 1 year anniversary The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 6, 2025 By Andrew Spellman Potomac Ridge Brewing, located in Sharpsburg, is celebrating its first anniversary this Friday. Owners Jeff and Dorrie Pilot reflect on a successful year, emphasizing the brewery's role in fostering

Protests Erupt in Harpers Ferry Over Federal Job Cuts

Protests Erupt in Harpers Ferry Over Federal Job Cuts

Federal cuts hit Harpers Ferry The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Andrew Spellman In a striking protest at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park on March 1, 2025, locals gathered to voice their outrage over the abrupt termination of NPS employees, including one woman who received her firing

Fasnacht Festivities: Winter Farewell Celebrated in Local Towns

Fasnacht Festivities: Winter Farewell Celebrated in Local Towns

See ya, Old Man Winter The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, March 4, 2025 By Andrew Spellman The Spirit of Jefferson explores the vibrant Fasnacht tradition, where communities like those in Helvetia and Hagerstown bid farewell to winter through lively celebrations. Residents from nearby areas engage in festivities, whether by donning