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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 Lions Club Raises $1,000 for Welsh Family

Welsh family presented with $1,000 check from King’s Pizza fundraiser The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Tuesday, November 25, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports that the Welsh family received a generous $1,000 check from the Shepherdstown Centennial Lions Club after their home in Kearneysville was destroyed by fire.

Shepherdstown's Stewards of Town Run Celebrate Community Efforts

Shepherdstown's Stewards of Town Run Celebrate Community Efforts

Watershed group celebrates accomplishments The Journal | Tuesday, November 25, 2025 By Staff The Stewards of the Town Run Watershed held their first Annual Meeting at the Shepherdstown Library on October 15, 2023, to celebrate their efforts in maintaining the Town Run, a stream crucial to the local ecology. Volunteers were

Shepherdstown Library Hosts League of Women Voters Meeting

League of Women Voters to hold meeting The Journal | Tuesday, November 25, 2025 By Staff The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County is hosting its annual membership meeting on Tuesday, December 9, at 7 p.m. at the Shepherdstown Library. President Lyn Widmyer will discuss the League's

Shepherdstown and Charles Rotary Clubs Inspire Young Readers

Shepherdstown and Charles Rotary Clubs Inspire Young Readers

Rotarians read to Jefferson County first graders The Journal | Tuesday, November 25, 2025 By Staff In mid-October, Rotarians from the Shepherdstown and Charles Rotary clubs engaged first graders at four local elementary schools by reading stories and providing each child a copy of the book. This initiative, launched in 2023,

Shepherdstown's Art Market Showcases Local Alumni Talent

Shepherdstown's Art Market Showcases Local Alumni Talent

Art Market returns, highlights growth of Shepherd University alumni The Journal | Tuesday, November 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Art Market, a pop-up show organized by Shepherd University alumni, has become a cherished holiday tradition in Shepherdstown. Returning for its second year, the market showcased a variety of art pieces,

Community Rallies in Shepherdstown for Welsh Family Fundraiser

Community Rallies in Shepherdstown for Welsh Family Fundraiser

Welsh family presented with $1,000 check from King's Pizza fundraiser The Journal | Monday, November 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In Shepherdstown, the Welsh family received overwhelming community support after the loss of their Kearneysville home to a fire in September. A fundraiser held at King's

Shepherdstown's Fall Youth Theatre Festival Brings Family Fun

Shepherdstown's Fall Youth Theatre Festival Brings Family Fun

Fall Youth Theatre Festival offers fun, discounts to local families The Journal | Saturday, November 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Roving Peregrine Theatre Company hosted a vibrant Fall Youth Theatre Festival at the Black Box Arts Center in Shepherdstown, inviting local families to enjoy carnival games, crafts, and snacks. This