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Shepherdstown's Byrd Center Welcomes New Leadership and Events

Around the Region - June 20, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on the new leadership at the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education in Shepherdstown, highlighting Zach Dougherty as the new director along with Melanie Garvey as the archivist and

June 2025 Police Activity Highlights from Charles Town and Beyond

Police Logs for June 20 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff In the latest police logs published by The Journal, law enforcement activities from June 20, 2025, are detailed, showcasing updates on incidents and operational highlights from key areas like Charles Town, Ranson, and Harpers Ferry. The

Martinsburg Artist Denny Clarke Receives Award for Watercolors

Martinsburg Artist Denny Clarke Receives Award for Watercolors

87-year-old local artist wins award for excellence at West Virginia Watercolor Society juried exhibition The Journal | Wednesday, June 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At 87, Dennis 'Denny' Clarke, a Martinsburg artist, recently earned an award for excellence at the 2025 West Virginia Watercolor Society Aqueous National Juried Exhibition

Tours of Charles Town's New Government and Judicial Complex

Tours of Charles Town's New Government and Judicial Complex

Inside the new Jefferson County Government and Judicial Complex The Journal | Wednesday, June 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday, tours were held for employees and media at the new Government and Judicial Complex in Charles Town. Led by Administrator Edwina Benites, the tour showcased the layout of various departments

Summit Point's Demi Breeden Leaves Legacy of Service

Breeden will continue to shine through hard work beyond her reign The Journal | Wednesday, June 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Demi Breeden, who has proudly represented Summit Point as Miss West Virginia’s Teen 2024, is set to pass on her crown while cherishing the memories from her reign. Her

State Treasurer Larry Pack Explores Shepherd University Initiatives

State Treasurer Larry Pack Explores Shepherd University Initiatives

State Treasurer tours Shepherd University to learn about current projects The Journal | Tuesday, June 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack toured Shepherd University to review significant projects including a new dining hall and the Suzanne Shipley Wellness Center, which supports community health. Accompanied by university

Asbury United Methodist Church Hosts Gift Card Bingo in Shepherdstown

Asbury United Methodist Church Hosts Gift Card Bingo in Shepherdstown

'Gift Card Bingo' to be introduced at local church The Journal | Tuesday, June 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway This summer, Asbury United Methodist Church in Shepherdstown will host its inaugural Gift Card Bingo on July 12 from noon to 2 p.m. Organized by the LEAP Women’s