The concept plan for the Flowing Springs Farm project proposes a solar panel installation on 660 acres adjacent to the Aspen Greens and Beallair subdivisions northeast of Charles Town. Read the Full Story >>
Community
County Seeks Public Input on Transportation Concerns
The Jefferson County Commission will host a Transportation Summit on May 23 to discuss priorities for transportation funding in the County. Read the Full Story >>
Suicide Prevention Seeking Event Sponsors
The Brian ONeill Jr Foundation is a locally-based nonprofit organization focused on the fight against suicide. The foundation is seeking sponsors for its annual Stronger With Each Step 5K run to be held on May 21 at the Hedgesville High School Cross Country field. The mission of the foundation is to empower individuals and their families to prevent youth and young adult suicide. Read the Full Story >>
Creating Connections in Our Community
The word angel was used more than once. Even if you had never met Sara Lueck, you could feel her kindness and positivity in the tributes offered during a recent vigil. She made a career as a librarian at Jefferson County Schools and a vocation of serving the community. And those connections live on. Read the Full Story >>
Garden Club Tour Showcases Member Talents
The Shenandoah-Potomac Garden Council is presenting its 65th House and Garden Tour at the end of April. Read the Full Story >>
New Ideas Bloom at Dogwood General Store
Shepherdstown locals have long been reclaiming historic spaces; access to old buildings with a rich history is part of the charm of this small town. Walking into the new Dogwood General store on German Street feels as though the building itself has reclaimed its original incarnation Read the Full Story >>
Inherited Justice Black Hole
In Memory of George Floyd, and Too Many Others We circle,Resisting the pull,Watching what we say,Where we go.“Remember who you are,”Our parents warn,As we circle,Trying to keep our distanceFrom the no escape. We circle,From the orbitsWhere “kindship” wasGone with the wind of theAuction block, toMore sophisticated waysTo give a life for a living. We circle,Ten Read the Full Story >>
CASA Volunteers Step Up for Children
Judge Bridget Cohee of West Virginia’s 23rd Judicial Circuit swore in seven new court-appointed special advocates on March 17. These individuals are joining a team of 70 other volunteer advocates who are trained by CASA-EP Read the Full Story >>
Storytelling In Shepherdstown with Carmen Deedy
Speak Story Series hosts story artist Carmen Deedy in live performances on April 11 and 12 (show starts at 7:30 each night). Tuesday’s program will be Dill and Corky: Tales of a Feral Childhood. Read the Full Story >>
History Museums Open for Spring
The Historic Shepherdstown Museum opens for 2023 with a new exhibit featuring maps of Shepherdstown and Jefferson County, giving visitors a glimpse into the geography of the past Read the Full Story >>
Suicide Prevention Foundation Seeks Event Sponsors
The Brian ONeill Jr Foundation is a locally-based nonprofit organization focused on the fight against suicide. The foundation is seeking sponsors for its annual Stronger With Each Step 5K run to be held on May 21 at the Hedgesville High School Cross Country field. Read the Full Story >>
Earth Day Activities At Sam Michaels Park
Elks Run WaterFaire is organizing an Earth Day 2023 event on Saturday, April 22 at Sam Michaels Park from 10 am to 2 pm. Activities will include bird and nature walks, a rain barrel workshop, a rain garden planting at the park, and food trucks. This will be a family friendly event with activities for kids and adults to explore the wonder of nature in their own backyard. Read the Full Story >>
Rabies Vaccine Clinic & Bark in the Park
The Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County will hold a Rabies Clinic for dogs and cats on April 1 (Sat), at the Loyal Order of the Moose Pavilion, 77 Universal Forest Product Rd., Ranson, 8 to 10 am Read the Full Story >>
Easter Egg Hunt & Market
Things are going to be hopping in Shepherdstown on Saturday, April 8. Festivities kick off at 10 am with FlowHippie performing artists on McMurran lawn (corner of German & King Streets), followed by the egg hunt with timed starts beginning at 10:30. The annual Easter Market. Read the Full Story >>
Double SNAP Incentives at Farmers Markets
The SNAP benefits, formerly known as food stamps, are a form of government assistance that helps low-income individuals and families purchase food. For 8 years now, with the help of federal and local grants, the Charles Town and Shepherdstown Markets have doubled SNAP benefits, providing a way for low-income individuals and families to access fresh, healthy food. Read the Full Story >>