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Shepherd University to Enhance Facilities With $30M Funding from Gov. Justice

Shepherd University to Enhance Facilities With $30M Funding from Gov. Justice

Shepherd receives $30 million from Gov. Jim Justice The Journal | Tuesday, December 10, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In an announcement by The Journal, Shepherd University is set to receive a $30 million investment from Gov. Jim Justice to enhance its facilities and support student needs in the Eastern Panhandle. Shepherd

Trinity Episcopal Church Celebrates 20 Years of Live Nativity in Shepherdstown

Trinity Episcopal Church Celebrates 20 Years of Live Nativity in Shepherdstown

Local church marks 20 years of holding live nativity in Shepherdstown The Journal | Tuesday, December 10, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston In an article published by The Journal, Trinity Episcopal Church in Shepherdstown celebrated the 20th anniversary of its live nativity, pioneered by George Alwin in 2004. Alwin drew inspiration from

Jefferson County Residents Rally Against Mountain Pure Bottling Plant Over Land Use and Safety Concerns

Jefferson County Residents Rally Against Mountain Pure Bottling Plant Over Land Use and Safety Concerns

Bottling Plant Proposal Evokes Familiar Corporate Land Use Concerns West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Tuesday, December 10, 2024 By Jack Walker West Virginia Public Broadcasting reports on growing concerns in Jefferson County over the proposed Mountain Pure Water Bottling Facility by Sidewinder Enterprises. Residents, like Melissa Carder, express anxiety over increased

Shepherdstown's Annual Christmas Cookie Walk Unites Community with Festive Treats

Christmas Cookie Walk fills hearts, stomachs with holiday cheer The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston The Journal reports on the annual Christmas Cookie Walk held at Trinity Episcopal Church in Shepherdstown, which featured over 100 dozen cookies and a variety of homemade soups and barbecue. Organizer Elaine

Join Santa for Breakfast: Holiday Events in Eastern Panhandle

Meet Santa Claus for Breakfast during these upcoming Christmas events The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024 By Ainsley Hall The Journal highlights a series of festive 'Breakfast with Santa' events taking place in the Eastern Panhandle this holiday season, inviting families to enjoy delicious meals while interacting with

Community Voices from the Journal: Concerns on Pardons, Taxation, and More

Journal junction for Dec. 9 The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In a recent article published by The Journal on December 9, various community members voiced their concerns on different issues. From advocacy for presidential pardons and critiques on underwhelming Christmas decorations in Ranson, to frustrations about

'Writing in a Winter Wonderland' Workshop Inspires Young Readers and Writers

'Writing in a Winter Wonderland' Workshop Inspires Young Readers and Writers

'Writing in a Winter Wonderland' encourages children to enjoy reading, writing The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston Published by The Journal, the article discusses the 'Writing in a Winter Wonderland' workshop held at Shepherd University, aimed at promoting reading and writing among children.