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Proud Peacock Boutique Launches Unique Pop-Up Shops in Shepherdstown

Proud Peacock Boutique Launches Unique Pop-Up Shops in Shepherdstown

Proud Peacock Boutique to bring curated experience to Shepherdstown The Journal | Wednesday, August 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway After achieving her long-held dream of opening the Proud Peacock Boutique in Williamsport, Md., Shepherdstown native Paula Jackson is now hosting pop-up shops to reach local customers in Shepherdstown and surrounding areas.

Martinsburg Celebrates Tomato Season at Annual Fest

Martinsburg Celebrates Tomato Season at Annual Fest

Tomato growing season to be celebrated The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that the 12th Annual Tomato Fest and Tomato Tasting Contest will celebrate the tomato growing season in Martinsburg at the Berkeley County Youth Fair grounds. This free community event, hosted by the

Local Community Gardens Thrive: Success in Martinsburg and Ranson

Local Community Gardens Thrive: Success in Martinsburg and Ranson

What makes a garden grow?: Local leaders debate why some community gardens fail, while others succeed The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway An article from The Journal explores the dynamics of community gardens in the Martinsburg and Ranson areas, emphasizing the success of the Garden of Promise,

Wayne Masnick: A Hero's Story from Charles Town's Coast Guard

Wayne Masnick: A Hero's Story from Charles Town's Coast Guard

Charles Town man builds rewarding career, internal strength in Coast Guard The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent edition of The Journal's Unsung Heroes series, Charles Town resident Wayne 'Doug' Masnick, a 26-year U.S. Coast Guard veteran, reflected on his

Shepherdstown's Fourth Annual Folly Fundraiser Boosts Local Music

Fourth Annual Folly Fundraiser raises donations for repair, maintenance of community structure The Journal | Sunday, August 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on the successful Fourth Annual Folly Fundraiser held at Timber Frame Folly in Shepherdstown, attracting community support for the property's upkeep. With performances from

Sisters-in-Law Connect Through Shepherdstown's Theater Festival

Sisters-in-Law Connect Through Shepherdstown's Theater Festival

Sisters-in-law find connection through Contemporary American Theater Festival The Journal | Saturday, August 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Contemporary American Theater Festival (CATF) in Shepherdstown recently concluded its 35th season, offering attendees meaningful discussions and connections—especially for sisters-in-law Cathy Hogendobler and Cynthia McNanley from Harpers Ferry. Their tradition of

Windward by Lost Acre Hosts Workshop on Farming Diversity

Local farmer talks 'Diversifying Income Streams: How Agriculture Can Support Your Operation' The Journal | Tuesday, July 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A recent workshop hosted by Misha Van Mecl at Windward by Lost Acre gathered 20 local farmers and supporters to discuss the importance of diversifying income streams