Master Gardner Angie Faulkner has a passion for saving seeds, so it isn’t surprising that she was the driving force behind the founding of the Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Seed Library—a community-sustained resource where gardeners can share their successes, skills, and, of course, seeds. Read the Full Story >>
Harpers Ferry & Bolivar
A Positive Return to the Community
Ronda Lehman has worn many hats over the years—hospice nurse, expert witness, political candidate, clean water advocate, softball coach—and since November of 2013, she has added one more, coordinator of the Jefferson County Teen Court program. Read the Full Story >>
Harpers Ferry’s Iconic Historic Chapel of St. Peter
One of the most prominent and beautiful landmarks in Harpers Ferry (WV) is historic St. Peter’s Catholic Church, perched atop the highest point in Lower Town. For many visitors driving on U.S. Rt. 340 across the Shenandoah River, the spire atop St. Peter’s seems to beckon them to the special village. Read the Full Story >>
Real Deal Seafood Within Easy Reach
For over 22 years, Jumbo Seafood has been a full-service “market truck” dedicated to offering the highest-quality seafood in Jefferson County. “Unlike large grocery stores, we know our suppliers on a personal basis,” said co-owner Ali James. She and her husband, Les Bowman, opened the business in 1995—which sits conveniently at 1422 Blaire Road, Harpers Ferry (WV)—just Read the Full Story >>
The Vintage Lady—a Merger of Customers and Community
Products made in West Virginia and America—that’s the merchandise The Vintage Lady (169 High St., Harpers Ferry) seeks for the community. Owner Cindi Dunn always wanted to combine her creativity and business background. Before buying the shop 15 years ago, she worked there for two years—leading the previous owner to suggest she buy the business. Read the Full Story >>
Rivers Studio & Gallery Offers Natural Inspiration in Harpers Ferry
For local artist Anne Rule-Thompson, owning a gallery has been a long-time aspiration, and Rivers Studio & Gallery (1346 W. Washington St., Harpers Ferry), opening in April, is hers. Read the Full Story >>
Rebuilding Efforts Ongoing in Harpers Ferry
July 23 marks one year since a fire swept through a block of businesses in historic Harpers Ferry. A concerted community push has enabled successful rebuilding efforts to occur, even as the town sees an uptick in tourism and the groundbreaking for a larger revitalization effort on Potomac Street begins. Read the Full Story >>