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Spring Mills and Jefferson High Cadets Earn SAR Scholarships

Spring Mills and Jefferson High Cadets Earn SAR Scholarships

Local SAR presents awards to JROTC The Journal | Monday, May 5, 2025 By Staff The General Adam Stephen Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, awarded scholarships to outstanding JROTC cadets at ceremonies held in Spring Mills Hill School and Jefferson High School. Cadet First Lieutenant Kailey Ruiz received her award

Shepherdstown Family Honors Son's Legacy with Memorial Fundraiser

Labor of love continues to keep memory of Andrew Rotruck alive The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, April 30, 2025 By Staff For 13 years, the Rotruck family has honored their son Andrew’s legacy through the Andrew Rotruck Memorial Scholarship, raising nearly $100,000 to support aspiring baseball players at Jefferson

Shepherd University Highlights Local Talent at 152nd Commencement

Shepherd University Highlights Local Talent at 152nd Commencement

Shepherd University announces 152nd Commencement speakers The Journal | Friday, April 25, 2025 By Staff During the 152nd Commencement at Shepherd University, Hoppy Kercheval, a notable broadcasting figure from Summit Point, and Peter Loge, an accomplished academic from Washington, D.C., will deliver addresses to graduates. Kercheval, co-founder of WV MetroNews,

Bocce Ball Tournament Sparks Inclusivity Among Local Students

Bocce Ball Tournament Sparks Inclusivity Among Local Students

Annual bocce ball tournament continues to create an inclusive environment for students The Journal | Thursday, April 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The annual bocce ball tournament held at Spring Mills High School showcased inclusivity with participation from special-needs students from various high schools in Berkeley and Jefferson counties. Organized by

Shepherdstown Rotary Club Welcomes New Member Daniel Hayes

Shepherdstown Rotary Club Welcomes New Member Daniel Hayes

Daniel Hayes joins Shepherdstown Rotary Club The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Staff The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown welcomed Daniel Hayes as a new member during their April 8 breakfast meeting at the Bavarian Inn. With three decades of experience in civil engineering, particularly in land development and stormwater

Shepherdstown's Spring Festival Supports Local School Needs

Spring Festival raises funds for Shepherdstown Elementary School’s current, future needs The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, April 10, 2025 By Staff The Spring Festival at Shepherdstown Elementary School, organized by the Shepherdstown Elementary Association, successfully engaged students and families in fun activities while raising essential funds for future school needs.

Ranson's Jefferson County Schools Honor Exceptional Educators

Ranson's Jefferson County Schools Honor Exceptional Educators

Jefferson County Schools recognizes school staff during its Teacher and Service Personnel of the Year Banquet The Journal | Wednesday, April 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During the recent Teacher and Service Personnel of the Year Banquet held in Ranson, Jefferson County Schools honored outstanding staff, recognizing Debra May DeLauney from