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Shepherdstown Opera House Launches Community Theater Initiative

Shepherdstown Opera House Launches Community Theater Initiative

Shepherdstown Opera House forms the Town Run Theater Company The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Ainsley Hall The Shepherdstown Opera House has established the Town Run Theater Company, a new community theater group aimed at showcasing local talent through performances. This initiative, sparked by a conversation between co-owner Harriet

Military Strategies of John Brown’s Raid in Harpers Ferry

Military Strategies of John Brown’s Raid in Harpers Ferry

Historian shares the military aspects of John Brown’s raid The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Bonnie Williamson In an insightful piece from The Spirit of Jefferson, Stephen Bockmiller delves into the military operations surrounding John Brown's 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry. As he describes,

Shepherdstown Opera House Launches Town Run Theater Company

Shepherdstown Opera House Launches Town Run Theater Company

Shepherdstown Opera House announces formation of community theater company The Journal | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Opera House has established the Town Run Theater Company, spearheaded by Artistic Director Joe Yates, to leverage local talent for community productions. The company’s inaugural performance will be Kathryn Walat&

New Shepherdstown Theater Company Aims to Enrich Local Culture

Town Run Theater Company Launches In Shepherdstown The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The Town Run Theater Company has been established in Shepherdstown, offering rich community theatrical experiences at the newly renovated Shepherdstown Opera House. Led by Artistic Director Joe Yates, who has deep local roots

Local Law Enforcement Logs Multiple Incidents on February 5

Daily Law Enforcement for Feb. 7 The Journal | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Staff On February 5, law enforcement in the area dealt with various incidents, including a hit-and-run on Augustine Avenue and multiple drug activities across towns like Charles Town and Ranson. The day also included cases of fraud,

Harpers Ferry Round Table to Host Civil War Discussion

Around the Region - January 31, 2025 The Journal | Friday, January 31, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Harpers Ferry Civil War Round Table will convene on February 12, 2025, at Camp Hill United Methodist Church, featuring a talk by Stephen Bockmiller on U.S. Marines' role

Harpers Ferry's Historic John Brown Wax Museum Closes After 61 Years

Harpers Ferry's Historic John Brown Wax Museum Closes After 61 Years

No. 7: John Brown Wax Museum closes after 61 years in Harpers Ferry The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Eric Jones The John Brown Wax Museum, a notable fixture in Harpers Ferry for over six decades, closed its doors on July 1 after 61 years of operation. Owned by