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Local Residents Unite Against Transmission Line in Charles Town

Local Residents Unite Against Transmission Line in Charles Town

Jefferson County residents organize to fight transmission line projects The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On September 15, residents gathered in Charles Town to rally against the planned Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek transmission line project proposed by Potomac Edison. The meeting, organized by Keryn Newman, followed an earlier information

Mountain Valley Pipeline Seeks Legal Recourse in Shepherdstown

Mountain Valley Pipeline asks Intermediate Court of Appeals to return protest lawsuit to circuit court WV Metro News | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Mountain Valley Pipeline is seeking to have its lawsuit against protesters, who allegedly obstructed construction near Shepherdstown, returned to circuit court after initial dismissals.

Shepherd University Leader Mary Hendrix to Resign

Shepherd University Leader Mary Hendrix to Resign

Shepherd University President announces plans to step down The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix, who has served as President of Shepherd University since 2016, announced her decision to step down at the end of the school year during a Board of Governors

Shepherdstown Hosts 29th Appalachian Heritage Festival

Appalachian Heritage Festival brings acclaimed, award-winning artists to area West Virginia Press Association | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The 29th annual Appalachian Heritage Festival, held in Shepherdstown, featured renowned storyteller Bil Lepp and celebrated the region's rich cultural heritage. Attendees enjoyed a variety of events, including

Shepherdstown Hosts 29th Appalachian Heritage Festival

Shepherdstown Hosts 29th Appalachian Heritage Festival

Appalachian Heritage Festival brings acclaimed, award-winning artists to area The Journal | Monday, September 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Appalachian Heritage Festival in Shepherdstown celebrated its 29th year with acclaimed artists and events that highlighted the region's rich culture. Featured storyteller Bil Lepp captivated attendees as he shared

Shepherd University President Dr. Hendrix to Step Down

Shepherd’s Hendrix stepping down as president WV Metro News | Friday, September 12, 2025 By Staff Shepherd University President Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix announced her departure at a recent Board of Governors meeting, marking the end of her tenure that began in 2016. Hendrix expressed her gratitude for working

Shepherdstown Art Community Celebrates Closing of Thacker’s Show

Art lovers come out to bid farewell to Skull City Studio show The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the closing reception of Kristian Thacker's art show, 'Anamnesis,' held at Skull City Studio. The event drew attendees from nearby