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Shepherd University Names New Director for Civil War Center

Shepherd University Names New Director for Civil War Center

Murray named director of Shepherd University’s Civil War Center The Journal | Friday, February 28, 2025 By Staff Dr. Jennifer M. Murray has been named the new director of Shepherd University's Civil War Center, a pivotal organization located near important Civil War landscapes. A military historian with deep

Shepherdstown University Hosts Civil Discourse Event

Shepherd University, Stubblefield Institute continue Year of Civility with Common Reading event The Journal | Thursday, February 27, 2025 By Staff In a continuation of their Year of Civility initiative, Shepherd University, located in Shepherdstown, hosted an engaging discussion titled 'Democracy Awakening: In the Classroom and Beyond.' This event

Local Educators Discuss Discipline While Job Losses Hit Home

Local Educators Discuss Discipline While Job Losses Hit Home

Committee Chairs Focus On Discipline And Adjusting After Dream Federal Job Cut, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 By Staff In a recent broadcast by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, education committee leaders discussed ongoing legislative efforts concerning school discipline, focusing on the impacts these

Local Events: AARP Meeting, Trae Sheehan Concert & Art Class

Around the Region - February 26, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on various events happening in the region, including the upcoming monthly meeting of AARP Chapter 799 at Asbury United Methodist Church in Charles Town on March 13, where attendees can enjoy a

Shepherdstown Students Enhance Leadership Skills at Conference

Shepherdstown Students Enhance Leadership Skills at Conference

Students sculpt their futures during 2025 Student Leadership Conference The Journal | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 By Staff Shepherd University students honed their leadership skills during the 39th Annual Student Leadership Conference held in Shepherdstown on February 8. Themed ‘Sculpt Your Future,’ the event featured workshops focusing on communication, conflict resolution,

Inspiring Films at Shepherdstown's American Conservation Film Festival

American Conservation Film Festival — March 6-9, 2025 The Independent Observer | Monday, February 24, 2025 By Steve Pearson The American Conservation Film Festival (ACFF) will take place from March 6 to 9 at the Frank Arts Center in Shepherdstown, showcasing 28 inspiring films focused on environmental themes. Festival Director Hilary Lo

Addressing Homelessness and Education Bills in Charles Town

Addressing Homelessness and Education Bills in Charles Town

Reporters Discuss Education Bills And Addressing Homelessness In Southern W.Va., This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, February 24, 2025 By Staff In this West Virginia Morning episode from West Virginia Public Broadcasting, Briana Heaney delves into the issues surrounding homelessness, highlighting recent camping bans implemented at