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Shepherd University Celebrates Class of 2025 at Commencement

152nd Commencement Ceremony celebrates graduation of nearly 400 undergraduate students from Shepherd University The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff Shepherd University's 152nd Commencement Ceremony, held at the Butcher Center, celebrated nearly 400 graduates including students from surrounding towns like Charles Town and Ranson. Student Government

Shepherdstown's Hay-Mar Kitchen Embraces Local Ingredients

From-scratch, local foods to be focus of new catering company The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff A new catering company, Hay-Mar Kitchen, officially launched in Shepherdstown on May 3, founded by locals Jenny Haynes and Laird Marshall, who bring 50 years of restaurant experience. Inspired by their

Shepherdstown Community Packs Gift Bags for Mothers in Need

Local business puts together Mother’s Day bags for moms in need The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Staff On May 8, Shepherdstown’s Michelle Kwiatkowski, owner of Wild Rose Soap Company, organized a community effort with local homeschool students to pack 60 gift bags for mothers in

Shepherd University Leaders Discuss Business Growth in Berkeley Springs

University president, Caperton Furnitureworks owner talk state of business, entrepreneurial spirit in West Virginia The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Staff During the Country Roads Angel Network meeting at the Bavarian Inn, Shepherd University President Mary Hendrix highlighted the entrepreneurial initiatives empowering students in the local business landscape,

Local Entrepreneurs Shine at CRAN Meeting in Shepherdstown

Country Roads Angel Network holds annual meeting in Shepherdstown The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Staff The Country Roads Angel Network (CRAN) held its annual meeting at the Bavarian Inn in Shepherdstown, highlighting its role in supporting local entrepreneurs. Founded in 2019, CRAN has invested significant funds into

Shepherdstown Gothic Revival Cottage's Historic Restoration

Gothic revival cottage restored, with many historic details preserved The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Staff Rod Glover and Tom Mayes have meticulously restored a historic Gothic revival cottage in Shepherdstown, originally built in 1881. Their commitment to preserving the architectural integrity of this home, alongside its rich

Shepherdstown Library Celebrates Hali Taylor's Legacy

Former library director honored with ceremony, plaque presentation The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle highlights a touching ceremony held at the Shepherdstown Public Library to honor former director Hali Taylor, who dedicated 34 years to the library's growth and success. Community members