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Soil Health Workshop in Shepherdstown on July 26

Lawns to Life and the Soil Sponge informational set for July 26 The Journal | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Staff Join soil conservation advocate Leah Rampy at the Shepherdstown Public Library on July 26 for a free program aimed at enhancing soil health. Sponsored by the Town Run Watershed Team,

Pack Horse Ford DAR Chapter Celebrates Independence in Shepherdstown

Pack Horse Ford DAR Chapter Celebrates Independence in Shepherdstown

DAR Chapter participates in Shepherdstown parade The Journal | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Staff The Pack Horse Ford Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution recently joined more than 80 organizations in the Fourth of July parade in Shepherdstown. Sponsored by the Rotary Club, this year'

Shepherd University Partners with Meritus for Medical Careers

Shepherd University and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine partner to support students The Journal | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University is joining forces with the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine to establish the MSOM Pathways Program, aimed at guiding students from local institutions like Shepherd towards

Shepherdstown Lions Club Honors Michael Sholl with Award

Shepherdstown Lions Club Honors Michael Sholl with Award

Sholl recognized by Shepherdstown Centennial Lions Club The Journal | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Staff On June 25, the Shepherdstown Centennial Lions Club honored Michael Sholl with the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award for his dedicated service to the club and its mission to improve community well-being. Established in 1973, this

Charles Town Faces Immigration Challenges Amid Workforce Needs

Journal Junctions for July 8, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on the complex immigration issues affecting local communities, particularly in Charles Town. As the Trump campaign pushes for the deportation of 20 million illegal aliens, there is also a focus on securing work

Sobriety Checkpoint Set for Route 51 and Martinsburg Pike

Around the Region - July 8, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 8, 2025, The Journal reports that the West Virginia State Police will host a sobriety checkpoint in Jefferson County, with primary screening on Route 51 at Leetown Road and a secondary location

Strong Towns Initiative Launched by Charles Town Residents

Strong Towns Initiative Launched by Charles Town Residents

Strong Towns of Jefferson County to encourage better communication between communities, leaders The Journal | Monday, July 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Local residents in Charles Town have joined forces to launch Strong Towns of Jefferson County, a grassroots initiative aimed at enhancing communication and community engagement among local towns and