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Ranson's Shepherd University Appoints New STEMN Dean

Ranson's Shepherd University Appoints New STEMN Dean

Thompson named SU's Dean of the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Nursing The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University has appointed Dr. Richard J. Thompson, Jr. as the new dean of its College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Nursing (STEMN), set

Lions Club Hosts Eyewear and Hearing Aid Drive in Shepherdstown

Lions Club Hosts Eyewear and Hearing Aid Drive in Shepherdstown

Lions Club brings in large eye glasses collection The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Centennial Lions Club has successfully collected over 30 pounds of eyeglasses and hearing aids for those in need. Residents are encouraged to donate their unwanted items at designated drop-off locations, including the

Ranson Hosts Spaghetti Dinner by Knights of Pythians

Spaghetti dinner Nov. 15 The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Knights of Pythians will host a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 3 to 6 p.m. at their hall on 6th Ave. in Ranson. This community event offers a meal for

Shepherdstown Concert: Two Rivers Quartet Performs Nov. 15

Two Rivers Quartet Concert Nov. 15 The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff On November 15, Friends of Music will host a concert featuring the Two Rivers String Quintet at the historic Trinity Episcopal Church in Shepherdstown. The performance, titled 'Double Down: Two Cellos, Twenty Strings,' will

Kearneysville Welcomes New Director at Hospice of the Panhandle

Kearneysville Welcomes New Director at Hospice of the Panhandle

New Director of Marketing and Fundraising hired at Hospice of the Panhandle The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Jennifer Stanley has been appointed as the new director of marketing and fundraising at Hospice of the Panhandle in Kearneysville, where she will leverage her significant experience in development

ACMF Winter Residency Concerts Bring Music to Harpers Ferry & Beyond

2025 Winter Residency Concert Series announced The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff The Appalachian Chamber Music Festival (ACMF) is celebrating its fifth season with the return of a Winter Residency Chamber Music Concert Series, set to occur from December 27 to 31 in historic venues across Harpers Ferry,

Charles Town's Former Jailhouse: A Historic Preservation Victory

Historic building omitted The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway An article from The Journal discusses the fate of historic buildings in Charles Town, focusing on the former jailhouse—now the Family Court building—whose planned demolition by a past County Commission sparked a protracted community battle. This