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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.

Tooth & Nail Tattoo Brings Unique Styles to Shepherdstown

‘Just for the love of tattooing’: Tooth & Nail Tattoo to offer Eastern, Western styles of art form The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the opening of Tooth & Nail Tattoo, a new tattoo shop located at 133 West German Street in

Live Music Brings Joy to Shepherdstown Farmers Market

Moving with the music The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle highlights a vibrant Sunday at the Shepherdstown Farmers Market, where locals enjoyed live music. Kenny Abell entertained passersby near the War Memorial Building, while families danced to the tunes of Paul the Resonator. Additionally,

Shepherd University Graduate Eli Hall Achieves Fulbright Scholarship

Recent Shepherd graduate becomes first to receive Fulbright scholarship The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Staff Eli Hall, a distinguished Shepherd University graduate from Hansford, has made history as the first student from the institution to receive a Fulbright scholarship. Announced by the Fulbright U.S. Student program

Shepherdstown's Shepherds Blessings Brings Bubble Tea Back

Shepherds Blessings expands into new space, brings bubble tea back to town The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Staff Shepherds Blessings, a local shop in Shepherdstown, has relocated to a larger space on West German Street to reintroduce bubble tea to the community. The store, co-owned by Betty

Community Gathers as Shepherdstown Gallery Closes Its Doors

Goodbye, gallery! The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Staff Meredith Wait engaged with the community at the former Dickinson & Wait Craft Gallery, which closed on May 20. Visitors stopped by to take advantage of free items set out in front of the gallery, reflecting the local spirit

Dogwood General Store Relocates in Shepherdstown, Enhancing Community Spirit

Another door opens: Dogwood General Store plans move to new location The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Staff Mary Ball, owner of Dogwood General Store, has announced the store’s relocation from 119 West German Street to 140 East German Street, after learning of the need to leave

Transforming Foster Care: Community Solutions in Charles Town

How to fix West Virginia’s foster care system The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Staff In a call to action regarding the troubling state of foster care, The Shepherdstown Chronicle highlights Mark Drennan's proposals for a transformation in West Virginia’s approach to child welfare.