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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

Shepherdstown Residents Sing 'Country Roads' at Rally

Keepin’ it country The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff At Town Hall in Shepherdstown, local residents Than Hitt, Mary Anne Hitt, and Sam Jannotta delivered a spirited performance of 'Country Roads' during the 'No Kings' rally on Saturday. This event highlights the community&

Shepherdstown Unites for No Kings Rally Against Trump

‘No Kings’ allowed The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on a significant protest event that took place in Shepherdstown, where over 1,000 residents gathered along German and King Streets for the 'No Kings' rally. This demonstration was part of a

Shepherdstown Introduces New Communications Strategy

Corporation of Shepherdstown announces new Town Communications Plan The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Staff The Corporation of Shepherdstown is set to enhance its communication with residents through a new Town Communications Plan introduced by communications manager Michael Chalmers during a council meeting on June 11. This initiative