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WISH Grant Fuels Restoration of Shepherdstown's Little House

$26k WISH grant enables restoration of Little House The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Staff A $26,750 grant from Women Investing in Shepherd (WISH) will facilitate the restoration of the Little House in Shepherdstown, which has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic began. This historical structure, built

WISH Grant Fuels Restoration of Historic Little House in Shepherdstown

$26k WISH grant enables restoration of Little House The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on a $26,750 grant from Women Investing in Shepherd (WISH) that is facilitating the restoration and reopening of the historic Little House, which has been closed since the

New Bus Routes Proposed for Martinsburg and Surrounding Areas

New Bus Routes Proposed for Martinsburg and Surrounding Areas

EPTA releases plans for new routes coming 2026 The Journal | Wednesday, June 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Eastern Panhandle Transit Authority (EPTA) has unveiled plans for new bus routes in the region, enhancing connectivity to areas such as Inwood, Hedgesville, and Spring Mills. This initiative, part of a broader

Washington High School Celebrates Class of 2025 Graduation

Washington High School Celebrates Class of 2025 Graduation

Washington Patriots Class of 2025 off to make their mark The Journal | Tuesday, June 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Class of 2025 from Washington High School celebrated their graduation at The Butcher Center on June 1, surrounded by family and faculty. Class President Brenden Owen and Principal Donald Showen

Harpers Ferry Graduates Shine at Jefferson High's 2023 Ceremony

Harpers Ferry Graduates Shine at Jefferson High's 2023 Ceremony

Jefferson seniors ready for life's next challenge The Journal | Tuesday, June 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On June 1, Jefferson High School held its 53rd Commencement Ceremony at Shepherd University’s Butcher Center, celebrating over 350 graduates and their achievements. The event featured Principal Mary Beth Group and

Upcoming Community Events in Shepherdstown and Beyond

In the Know for June 8, 2025 The Journal | Saturday, June 7, 2025 By Staff In its June 8, 2025 issue, The Journal announces various upcoming events and workshops in the area, including bus trips organized by Happy Goers Travel to destinations like Ocean City and New York City, catering

New Storybook Mural Enlivens Morgan’s Grove Park in Shepherdstown

New mural in Morgan’s Grove Park inspired by storybook, Appalachian animals The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 5, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on a vibrant new mural at Morgan’s Grove Park, created by four Shepherd University alumni—Sikara Sokel, Kalin Gregg, Charlotte Puttock, and Prema Baughman.