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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

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

Shepherd University's DeRochi Graduates Leadership Program Amid Local Health Care Changes

Around the Region - February 23, 2025 The Journal | Saturday, February 22, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on the recent graduation of Dr. Jack DeRochi, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Shepherd University, from the AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance program, which prepares future higher education

Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry Welcomes New Director

New director talks about future of Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 20, 2025 By Staff Janelle Hoover has taken over as director of Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry as of February 6, following Cari Simon's supportive leadership. Hoover, who has a rich background in community

Shepherdstown Hosts 22nd American Conservation Film Festival

American Conservation Film Festival to return, with 28-film lineup The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 20, 2025 By Staff The 22nd American Conservation Film Festival (ACFF) will be held from March 6-9 at Shepherd University's Frank Arts Center, showcasing 28 films focusing on environmental issues and storytelling. Director Hilary

Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry Welcomes New Director Janelle Hoover

New director talks about future of Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 20, 2025 By Staff On February 6th, Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry welcomed Janelle Hoover as its new director, succeeding Cari Simon. Having actively volunteered at the pantry for eight months, Hoover expressed her excitement about