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Investing in Arts and Recreation: A Path for Shepherdstown's Growth

Jefferson County’s missed opportunity: Why we should invest in arts, entertainment and recreation The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 14, 2025 By Staff In a recent piece for The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Donna Joy highlights the economic potential of the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector in the county, emphasizing the importance

Shepherdstown Peach Festival Triumphs Amid Peach Shortage

Peach perfect: Shepherdstown Peach Festival goes on, in spite of peach shortage The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 14, 2025 By Staff The annual Shepherdstown Peach Festival, held at New Street United Methodist Church, persevered despite a local peach shortage caused by unexpected spring frosts that affected orchards in the region.

Shepherdstown Alumna Launches Pop-Up Shops in Hometown

Proud Peacock Boutique to bring curated experience to Shepherdstown The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 14, 2025 By Staff Shepherdstown native and Shepherd University alumna Paula Jackson has realized her dream of owning a boutique with the Proud Peacock Boutique in Williamsport, Md. After a year of operation, she is entering

Family Returns to Shepherdstown, Revives Historic Pump House

Return from Brooklyn leads Jefferson County natives to 1790s Pump House The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff Emma and Brian Wenner have embraced their roots by purchasing the historic Pump House in Shepherdstown, returning to the local community from Brooklyn with their three children. The family values

Shepherdstown Workshop: Diversifying Agricultural Income Streams

Local farmer talks ‘Diversifying Income Streams: How Agriculture Can Support Your Operation’ The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff In a workshop hosted at Windward by Lost Acre, Misha Van Mecl discussed the importance of diversifying income streams in agriculture with an audience of 20 farmers and supporters

Shepherdstown Celebrates the Closing of the Theater Festival

Contemporary American Theater Festival comes to a close The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff The Contemporary American Theater Festival recently concluded in Shepherdstown, showcasing a variety of performances, including Kevin Kling's engaging play, ‘Unraveled.’ Attendees enjoyed rich theatrical experiences at the Marinoff Theater and Studio

Shepherdstown's Folly Fundraiser Supports Beloved Community Venue

‘Timber!’: Fourth Annual Folly Fundraiser raises donations for repair, maintenance of community structure The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff The Fourth Annual Folly Fundraiser, held at the Timber Frame Folly in Shepherdstown, featured live music from local bands and aimed to raise funds for the repair of