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Bedington Church Events and Local Education Grant Announced

Around the Region - February 7, 2025 The Journal | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that Bedington United Methodist Church in Martinsburg is organizing a spaghetti take-out event and a pancake breakfast in February and March, respectively. Meanwhile, Aly Nazarok from Shepherd University has secured a $5,

Shepherd University Music Festival Celebrates Student Talent

Shepherd University Music Festival Celebrates Student Talent

Shepherd University School of Music hosts 20th annual Honor Music Festival The Journal | Thursday, February 6, 2025 By Staff The Shepherd University School of Music, located near Charles Town, recently hosted its 20th annual Honor Music Festival, bringing together over 160 talented high school musicians from the region on January

Shepherd University Promotes Student Advocacy Through Writing

Shepherd University groups teach students how to write to representatives The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Staff At Shepherd University, students engaged in a program aimed at fostering civic engagement and improving writing skills by sending letters to local representatives. Organized by the Shepherd Writing Project, Common Reading

Shepherd University Athletes to Join Concussion Study

Shepherd University Athletes to Join Concussion Study

Local athletes to be subjects of new, international study The Journal | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Tabitha Johnston Athletes from Shepherd University in Shepherdstown will participate in an international study on photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy aiming to heal concussions. Coordinated by Ann Liebert of Sydney Adventist Hospital, the research seeks to

Ranson Schools Operate on Delay Amid Winter Storm Warnings

Ranson Schools Operate on Delay Amid Winter Storm Warnings

Tri-State delays, cancellations for Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 5-6, 2025, due to weather Herald-Mail Media | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Julie E. Greene Due to inclement weather, schools and organizations across the Tri-State area announced delays and cancellations for February 5 and 6, 2025. In Ranson, Jefferson County Public Schools

Shepherd University Hosts Light Therapy Experts for Student Education

Shepherd University Hosts Light Therapy Experts for Student Education

Researcher Visit Deepens Light Therapy Education At Shepherd University West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Jack Walker On February 3, Shepherd University, home to the Center of Excellence for Photobiomodulation, welcomed Australian researchers Ann Liebert and Brian Bicknell. Their visit aimed to educate the student body and

Charles Town Volunteers Join Nationwide Homeless Count

Charles Town Volunteers Join Nationwide Homeless Count

Volunteers Count The Homeless And A Son’s Release From Captivity This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Staff On this West Virginia Morning, volunteers from towns like Charles Town and Ranson join efforts to count those experiencing homelessness, highlighting local dedication amid broader