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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.

Appalachian Queer Film Festival Celebrates LGBTQ+ Stories in Shepherdstown

Appalachian Queer Film Festival Celebrates LGBTQ+ Stories in Shepherdstown

Appalachian Queer Film Festival returns to Shepherdstown with a loaded program The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, October 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Appalachian Queer Film Festival returns to Shepherdstown, in collaboration with Shepherd University and local businesses, offering a diverse program of 20 short films and three feature films.

Unveiling Harpers Ferry's Hidden Art Treasures at Exhibit

Unveiling Harpers Ferry's Hidden Art Treasures at Exhibit

The public finally gets to see Harpers Ferry's ‘local treasures’ at art exhibit The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, October 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson reports that residents can view 17 previously unseen paintings of Harpers Ferry by Garnet Jex at a local exhibit. Chris

Shepherdstown Community Unites to Support Local Library

Value of community giving seen, as federal funding proves uncertain West Virginia Press Association | Friday, October 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In Shepherdstown, a committed group of community members formed the Nourishing Literacy Giving Circle in 2017 to bolster local library funding amid uncertainties in federal support. Under the leadership

Shepherdstown Celebrates Constitution Day with Parade and Reflections

Constitution Day Parade highlights civic pride, calls for education The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Staff On September 20, residents of Shepherdstown participated in a heartfelt Constitution Day Parade organized by We The People, highlighting civic pride and the importance of constitutional education. With around 100 attendees, the

Shepherdstown Tradition of Appalachian Publishing Paused

Federal funding issues halt 17-year-old West Virginia tradition The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports that the Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence Project, which celebrates local authors and publishes anthologies of their work, has had to pause its 17-year tradition due to funding cuts from the

Community Pushback on Zoning Changes in Middleway and Kearneysville

Secrecy shrouds county government The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Staff In a recent meeting covered by The Shepherdstown Chronicle, the Jefferson County Commission faced pushback against a proposal to eliminate the 'concept plan' requirement for commercial development, which many believe is essential for zoning integrity.

Shepherdstown Welcomes First Little Free Dog Library

‘Going to the dogs’: First Little Free Dog Library finds success in Shepherdstown The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Staff In Shepherdstown, Steve and Betty Shepherd launched the area's first Little Free Dog Library, inspired by a community service opportunity from Springfield resident Don Hillmer. The