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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

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

Empowering Community Voices: Reflecting on Freedom’s Fight

Freedom’s ongoing fight The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff In an article from The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Donna Joy reflects on Juneteenth and its significance in the ongoing struggle for justice and equity, drawing parallels between the historical experiences of African Americans and the challenges faced by

Shepherdstown's Kevin Kling to Premiere Play on Disability

NPR commentator, storyteller to perform play derived from personal experiences with disability The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff Kevin Kling, a notable NPR commentator and storyteller, will premiere his one-man play, 'Kevin Kling: Unraveled,' at the Contemporary American Theater Festival in Shepherd University. This play

Shepherd University Welcomes Playwright Lisa Loomer Back

Playwright from first season of CATF to return with new, autobiographical play The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff Lisa Loomer, an acclaimed playwright known for Broadway hits, returns to the Contemporary American Theater Festival at Shepherd University to premiere her autobiographical play 'Side Effects May Include

Shepherdstown Celebrates Legacy at Bee Line March Ceremony

Bee Line March Wreath Laying Ceremony honors legacy of local Revolutionary War heroes The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff The 250th Anniversary of the Bee Line March Wreath Laying Ceremony took place at Elmwood Cemetery in Shepherdstown, honoring the legacy of Revolutionary War soldiers from Captain Hugh