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Governor Morrisey Outlines Vision for Workforce Revival in Harpers Ferry Area

Gov. Morrisey’s State of the State Address The West Virginia Daily News | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Staff In his State of the State Address, Governor Morrisey emphasized a vision for revitalizing the workforce and economic landscape of West Virginia, highlighting the challenges that local students face in securing

Shepherd University and Blue Ridge Partner on POWER Tech Center

SU and BRCTC issue joint statement on WV POWER Tech Center The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Staff In a joint statement, Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix of Shepherd University and Dr. Peter Checkovich of Blue Ridge Community and Technical College praised the new West Virginia POWER Tech Center

Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry Welcomes New Director Janelle Hoover

Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry Welcomes New Director Janelle Hoover

New director talks about future of Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Tabitha Johnston Newly appointed director Janelle Hoover expresses her excitement about leading the Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry, a vital resource for local residents in need. With a background in volunteer work at the

Shepherdstown Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Local Pop-Up Markets

‘Shot through the heart’: Valentine’s Day markets fill town with celebratory spirit The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the festive spirit as Shepherdstown hosted two vibrant pop-up markets ahead of Valentine’s Day, showcasing local artisans' unique creations. Held at

Shepherdstown Group Enriches Library with Philip Roth Collection

Group donates entire collection of Philip Roth books to Shepherdstown Public Library The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the donation of an entire collection of Philip Roth's books to the Shepherdstown Public Library by the Legendary Shepherdstown Philip Roth Reading

Shepherd University Hosts 40th Annual Student Leadership Conference

Student Leadership Conference 2025 continues 40-year-old tradition at Shepherd The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Student Leadership Conference 2025 at Shepherd University, a cherished tradition for over 40 years, gathered 102 students in Shepherdstown to enhance their leadership skills. Assistant director Rachael Meads emphasized the importance

Morrisey's Vision for Economic Revitalization in Charles Town and Beyond

Morrisey's Vision for Economic Revitalization in Charles Town and Beyond

Morrisey State Of The State: Transcript West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Maria Young In his State of the State address delivered on February 12, 2025, Governor Patrick Morrisey articulated his vision for revitalizing West Virginia's economy, addressing educational and healthcare challenges, and bolstering job