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Fifth Season of Harpers Ferry's Appalachian Chamber Music Festival

Fifth Season of Harpers Ferry's Appalachian Chamber Music Festival

Appalachian Chamber Music Festival prepares to bring people together with music The Journal | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Appalachian Chamber Music Festival, set to commence on August 2 in Harpers Ferry, marks its fifth season of enriching the local music scene. Residents can experience a blend of

Local Leaders Urged to Prioritize Community Engagement Over Ceremonies

Be Like Byrd and Overington The Journal | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent article from The Journal, concerns are raised about Representative Riley Moore and Senator Shelly Moore Capito attending a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Homeland Security building in Harpers Ferry instead of engaging directly

Shepherdstown Hosts Author Tina Morris on Bald Eagle Conservation

Around the Region - June 27, 2025 The Journal | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Staff On June 27, 2025, The Journal reports that at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, author Tina Morris will present her book, 'Return to the Sky: The Surprising Story of How One Woman and Seven

Tandon's Auto Pen Authorization Sparks Local Integrity Debate

Journal Junction - June 27, 2025 The Journal | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Staff In a recent discussion from Charles Town, Neera Tandon, a former White House staffer for President Biden, disclosed her receipt of authority to use the auto pen for signing documents, though she could not specify who

Local Scientist Warns of Impending NSF Funding Cuts Impacting STEM Education

Local Scientist Warns of Impending NSF Funding Cuts Impacting STEM Education

Defunding of National Science Foundation raises alarm bells for new American Association for the Advancement of Science fellow The Journal | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The potential 55% funding cut to the National Science Foundation (NSF) raises concerns for scientists and educators in our region, including those at

Local Real Estate Activity Soars: June 27 Transactions

Deed Transfers for June 27, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on significant property transactions for June 27, 2025, showcasing the dynamic real estate activity across various districts, including Charles Town, Ranson, and Harpers Ferry. Noteworthy sales such as the $806,000 sale from

Voting Ethics and Logical Fallacies in Harpers Ferry

Journal Junctions for June 26, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff In a thought-provoking piece published by The Journal, the complexities of voting ethics are examined through the lens of local political discourse, particularly in Harpers Ferry and surrounding areas. The author argues that discussing legality becomes