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Harpers Ferry's Greenbrier River Crowned Best for Tubing

Greenbrier River named USA Today's 'Best River for Tubing' in the United States DC News Now | Wednesday, June 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway DC News Now reports that the Greenbrier River has been awarded USA Today's title of 'Best River for Tubing'

Martinsburg Medical Staff Welcomed by Cuddly Baby Kangaroos

Baby kangaroos greet medical staff, stress reliever to start a day of work at hospital DC News Now | Wednesday, June 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, staff enjoyed a stress-relieving morning with baby kangaroos, known as joeys, bringing joy before their work in the operating

Shepherdstown's First Pride Parade Celebrates Community Spirit

Shepherdstown gearing up for Pride parade, month of festivities DC News Now | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The inaugural Pride parade in Shepherdstown marks the beginning of Pride Month, celebrating equality and the LGBTQ+ community. Festival planner Scott Turner Schofield highlights the strong community support, emphasizing the inclusivity

Exploring George Washington's Family Homes in Charles Town

Jefferson County Museum planning tours of George Washington family homes DC News Now | Friday, May 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Students of early American history can look forward to special tours organized by the Jefferson County Museum, spotlighting significant homes tied to George Washington's family in and around

Data Center Initiative Sparks Economic Hopes in Charles Town Area

Eastern panhandle region of West Virginia weighs implications of data centers DC News Now | Friday, May 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia's push to attract data centers as a key economic development strategy is gaining momentum, with state officials like Sen. Jason Barrett emphasizing the need for

First Responders Gear Up for Flooding in Harpers Ferry Area

First responders brace for rising floodwaters along Potomac, Shenandoah rivers DC News Now | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway First responders in Harpers Ferry, and the surrounding area, are preparing for rising floodwaters along the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, as heavy rainfall has already caused significant flash flooding and

Shepherdstown's Iconic Eagle Nest Collapses, Eaglets Lost

22-year-old eagle nest in West Virginia blown from tree, killing 3 chicks DC News Now | Monday, April 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Severe storms in Shepherdstown on March 24 caused the collapse of a 22-year-old eagle nest at the National Conservation Training Center, resulting in the tragic loss of three