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Shepherdstown Residents Urged to Prepare for Flood Risks

Jefferson County Homeland Security and Emergency Management encourages local residents to prepare for flooding The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 20, 2025 By Staff As flooding presents a significant threat to residents, especially in Shepherdstown where 31.3% of properties are at risk, local officials from Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Shepherd University Hosts First Women in Business Conference

Inaugural Shepherding Women in Business Conference brings professionals of all ages, industries together The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 20, 2025 By Staff The inaugural Shepherding Women in Business Conference, held at Shepherd University’s Storer Ballroom, brought together 65 professionals to discuss leadership and resilience. Organized by student Chloe Waldeck,

Spring Gardening Tales: Local Plants Share Their Secrets

Storytelling in the garden The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Staff With the arrival of spring, Kristi Hendricks explores the rich narratives of garden plants, illustrating their struggles and successes with local anecdotes. From the whispered tales of camellias and forsythias to the birds' dismay over crepe

Shepherdstown's Exciting St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

St. Patrick’s Day to be celebrated in Shepherdstown The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Staff This weekend, Shepherdstown will come alive with St. Patrick's Day celebrations featuring local band Doers and Makers at Alma Bea and live rock performances by Howling at the Earth at

Shepherd University's ACFF Celebrates Conservation Growth

American Conservation Film Festival sees continued growth in 23rd year The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Staff The 23rd annual American Conservation Film Festival recently took place at Shepherd University’s Frank Arts Center, highlighting a significant rise in attendance, driven by increased interest in conservation and the

First Student Day at ACFF Inspires Local Students to Film

Appalachian Conservation Film Festival shares behind-the-scenes look into filmmaking with first Student Day The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Staff The Appalachian Conservation Film Festival (ACFF) hosted its inaugural Student Day at the Frank Arts Center, engaging over a hundred students from Shepherdstown Middle School, Jefferson High School,

Shepherdstown's Susan Wolcott Inspires Families with Free Knitting Classes

Knitting expert spreads love for craft with children, adults through free classes The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Staff Susan Wolcott, a former yarn shop owner from Shepherdstown, reignited her passion for knitting by offering free classes at the Shepherdstown Public Library. With community support, she hosted workshops