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Shepherdstown

Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is the oldest town in the state, founded in 1762. Located along the Potomac River, it's home to Shepherd University and known for its vibrant arts scene, historic architecture, and lively downtown area. The town hosts numerous cultural events and festivals, attracting visitors to its unique shops, cafes, and theaters. Shepherdstown blends small-town charm with intellectual energy, making it a distinctive destination in the Eastern Panhandle.

Shepherdstown Welcomes Native American Storyteller Johnny Moses

Shepherdstown Welcomes Native American Storyteller Johnny Moses

Native American master storyteller visits Shepherdstown Middle School The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On April 8, 105 sixth-graders from Shepherdstown Middle School engaged with Johnny Moses, a master storyteller from the Tulalip Native American tribe during a session organized by the Speak Story series.

Transform Your Charles Town Garden with Xeriscaping

Transform Your Charles Town Garden with Xeriscaping

Xeriscaping: A Water-Smart Gardening Solution for West Virginia The Journal | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As gardeners in Charles Town and Ranson embrace the vibrant spring of 2025, xeriscaping emerges as a sustainable landscaping solution, minimizing water use while promoting local biodiversity. Highlighted by The Journal, this eco-friendly

Harpers Ferry Welcomes Culinary Enthusiasts: The Food Guy Speaks

Harpers Ferry Welcomes Culinary Enthusiasts: The Food Guy Speaks

Food at the forefront for destination travel The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At the Jefferson County Tourism Summit, Steven Keith, also known as 'The Food Guy,' emphasized the growing importance of culinary experiences in travel, highlighting that over 60% of food enthusiasts plan their

Community Markets Inc. Relocates to Shepherdstown Office

Community Markets Inc. Relocates to Shepherdstown Office

Community Markets Inc. makes move to new business space in Shepherdstown The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Community Markets Inc. (CMI) has relocated to a new office in Shepherdstown after being based in Charles Town for four years. Founded by local entrepreneurs Guido Ellsworth and Paul Buede,

Shepherd University Students Shine at Sigma Tau Delta Convention

Shepherd University Students Shine at Sigma Tau Delta Convention

Five Shepherd University English students present work during Sigma Tau Delta International Convention The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Staff During the Sigma Tau Delta International Convention held from March 19-22 in Pittsburgh, five English students from Shepherd University's Alpha Gamma Kappa chapter showcased their research, including

Shepherdstown Rotary Club Welcomes New Member Daniel Hayes

Shepherdstown Rotary Club Welcomes New Member Daniel Hayes

Daniel Hayes joins Shepherdstown Rotary Club The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Staff The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown welcomed Daniel Hayes as a new member during their April 8 breakfast meeting at the Bavarian Inn. With three decades of experience in civil engineering, particularly in land development and stormwater

Chef Paul Smith's Journey Celebrated at Shepherdstown Tourism Summit

Chef Paul Smith's Journey Celebrated at Shepherdstown Tourism Summit

Tourism Summit provides inside look at James Beard award winner Paul Smith The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At the 2025 Tourism Summit held at the Bavarian Inn in Shepherdstown, Chef Paul Smith, the first West Virginian to win a James Beard Award, shared his inspiring journey.