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Shepherdstown's Iconic Potomac Farms Nursery Closes After 41 Years

Potomac Farms Nursery closes its doors after 41 years in business The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, July 3, 2025 By Staff Potomac Farms Nursery & Greenhouses, a beloved fixture in Shepherdstown for 41 years, closed its doors on June 27, following its acquisition by Oldcastle APG. Founded in 1984, Potomac Farms

Concerns Grow Over NSF Funding Cuts Impacting Local Science Initiatives

Defunding of National Science Foundation raises alarm bells for new American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, July 3, 2025 By Staff In an alarming turn of events for local scientists and researchers, Sue Kemnitzer, a former NSF Deputy Director and recent AAAS Fellow, highlights

Local Leaders Urged to Reconnect with Community Spirit

Politicians of today show decreased commitment to the ‘country roads’ The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff In a poignant reflection for The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Carolyn Thomas criticizes local elected officials, including Representative Riley Moore and Senator Shelly Moore Capito, for prioritizing photo opportunities over direct community engagement

Summer Solstice Fundraiser Highlights Community Spirit in Shepherdstown

Celebrating the Summer Solstice The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on Westvirjeni's eighth annual Summer Solstice fundraiser held at Linden Spring, where attendees gathered to support Breast Cancer Awareness. Local residents, including Michele Brady, Tatiyana Walker, and Cindy Brown, engaged in

Dogwood General Store Relocates in Shepherdstown

Ready to move out The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports that Dogwood General Store concluded its Moving Sale last Saturday, attracting many local shoppers with special prices. Following the weekend, the store has officially relocated to 142 East German Street, marking a new

Utility Pole Repairs Completed Near Trinity Episcopal Church

Hammering it in The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff In a recent update from The Shepherdstown Chronicle, workmen were spotted repairing a utility pole next to Trinity Episcopal Church in Shepherdstown, a notable landmark in the community. This maintenance work reflects the ongoing efforts to ensure safe

Shepherdstown Street Fest Returns with Flood Relief Focus

Shepherdstown Street Fest to return, raise donations for W.Va. flood relief The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports that this Saturday, Shepherdstown Street Fest will return to German Street from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., featuring local live music, twice as