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Shepherdstown DAR Awards Scholarship to Elizabeth Cushwa

Shepherdstown DAR Awards Scholarship to Elizabeth Cushwa

DAR awards Shepherd University Scholarship The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Staff The Pack Horse Ford Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution in Shepherdstown has awarded a scholarship to Shepherd University student Elizabeth Cushwa, majoring in historic preservation. Honoring esteemed member Ruth Power Thacher, this

Shepherdstown Film Society Kicks Off Fall Season with Classic Films

Shepherdstown Film Society opens fall season with four thought‑provokers Herald-Mail Media | Saturday, August 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Shepherdstown Film Society will launch its fall season on September 5 with a screening of the Oscar-winning classic 'Babette’s Feast.' Taking place at the historic Shepherdstown Opera

Shepherdstown’s Appalachian Heritage Festival Makes a Comeback

Appalachian Heritage Festival ready for return, with increased community involvement The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 28, 2025 By Staff After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Appalachian Heritage Festival is set to return to Shepherdstown from September 12-14, marking its 29th year. Rachael Meads, Assistant Director of Student

Shepherd Students Embrace Warm Welcome at St. Peter's Church

Shepherd Students Embrace Warm Welcome at St. Peter's Church

Returning Shepherd students enjoy week of welcome at local church The Journal | Thursday, August 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University student Curtis Candy participated in a welcoming week at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, a favorite spot for many in the community. Known for its free lunches that

Shepherd University's New Field Station Boosts Local Education

Shepherd University to establish academic field station with gift from Stubblefields The Journal | Wednesday, August 27, 2025 By Staff Shepherd University is set to enhance its academic offerings with a new field station on a 65-acre riverfront property in Berkeley County, provided by a generous gift from Admiral/Dr. William

Shepherdstown Town Council Approves Events, Discusses Grants

Town council talks Town Run Watershed signs, filmmaker funding The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Staff During its August 13 meeting, the Shepherdstown Town Council addressed pressing issues including the need for temporary office space for its expanding staff and unanimously approved essential local events such as the

Local Leaders Honored at Shepherdstown's Heart of the Community Awards

Nine community leaders honored with Heart of the Community Award The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 21, 2025 By Staff During the inaugural Heart of the Community Awards held on August 15 at Corner Connections, nine residents from Shepherdstown and surrounding areas were honored for their impactful contributions to the local