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AARP Meeting and Tax Assistance Highlight Local Events

Around the Region - May 1 The Journal | Thursday, May 1, 2025 By Staff In the latest update from The Journal, AARP Chapter 799 in Charles Town will gather for a meeting on May 8, featuring Lori Wysong from the Jefferson County Museum. Shepherd University students provided essential tax preparation

Shepherdstown Hosts CRAN Meeting, Funds Local Startups

Country Roads Angel Network Meets in Shepherdstown, Funds Three Startups in Education, Technology, and Medicine The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, April 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Country Roads Angel Network recently convened in Shepherdstown to announce their latest investments totaling $202,500 in three innovative startups focused on education,

Community Events: Songs of Hope, Turkey Dinner, and Business Pitches

Around the Region - April 29, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, April 29, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on several upcoming events in the region, including a 'Songs of Hope' show featuring Ross Martin and Isabella Rainsong in Martinsburg on May 10 to support domestic violence awareness and

Shepherd University Launches Rising Leaders Program for Local Seniors

Shepherd University Launches Rising Leaders Program for Local Seniors

SU receives Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation grant for Rising Leaders program The Journal | Monday, April 28, 2025 By Staff Shepherd University is set to enhance its college-readiness initiatives in the region with a $172,000 grant from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation. This funding will support the creation of the

Shepherdstown's 22nd Annual Children's Benefit Auction on May 9

Children's Benefit Auction to be held May 9 The Journal | Monday, April 28, 2025 By Staff The Kiwanis Club of Shepherdstown is hosting its 22nd annual Children's Benefit Auction on May 9 at Wildwood Middle School in Shenandoah Junction. Kicking off at 6:30 p.m.

New Tax Office Director and Local Events Highlight Community Engagement

Around the Region - April 27, 2025 The Journal | Friday, April 25, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on recent significant developments in the region, including Lia Darling being appointed as the new director of the Berkeley County Sheriff's Tax Office, effective May 19. With over 20 years

Masterworks Chorale to Premiere 'Sprinkle Coal Dust' in Shepherdstown

Masterworks Chorale to Premiere 'Sprinkle Coal Dust' in Shepherdstown

World premiere of Mine Wars production to kick off at Shepherd University The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, April 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Masterworks Chorale will unveil the world premiere of Walker Williams' oratorio, “Sprinkle Coal Dust on My Grave,” at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown. This 45-minute piece