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Needful Things Emporium

Downtown Emporium Nurtures Small Businesses

May 5, 2023 Tagged With: Cocina Plantosaurus, In Print May 2023, Missy Glascock, Needful Things, Needful Things Emporium

Needful Things Emporium storefront

The evolution of the Needful Things Emporium is a tale of savvy merchants with a penchant for regeneration and grit. Melissa Glascock (or Missy as she’s locally known) is the current owner of this longtime family enterprise. From the warm greetings from literally every customer who passed by during our interview, it’s obvious she’s an integral part of downtown Charles Town Read the Full Story >>

Creating Connections in Our Community

April 27, 2023 Tagged With: Contemporary American Theater Festival, editor's note, In Print May 2023, Jefferson County Commission, Needful Things Emporium, Shepherdstown Ministerial Association

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 >>

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