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Arthur Auxer Honored for Lifelong Community Service in Shepherdstown

Arthur Auxer Honored for Lifelong Community Service in Shepherdstown

Former mayor receives award for past, present contributions to community The Journal | Monday, November 18, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston In a ceremony held by Shepherdstown Area Independent Living (SAIL), former mayor Arthur “Jim” Auxer, III received the Jack and Martha Young Community Service Award for his significant past and current

Judge David Hammer Advocates for Drug Court Success in Jefferson County

Judge David Hammer Advocates for Drug Court Success in Jefferson County

Local judge talks challenges of war on drugs in Jefferson County The Journal | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston In an insightful article published by The Journal, Judge David Hammer discusses the impactful Adult Drug Court program in Jefferson County, highlighting its role in helping individuals overcome substance addiction

Shepherdstown Celebrates Veterans Through Art and Performance

Shepherdstown Celebrates Veterans Through Art and Performance

Art show, one-man play highlight diverse veteran experiences The Journal | Tuesday, November 12, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston In a poignant celebration of Veterans Day, The Journal reports on the Shepherdstown Honors Veterans event, which featured an art show showcasing works by local veterans alongside creative projects from local students. Veteran

Art and Community Unite at the 35th Over the Mountain Studio Tour

Art and Community Unite at the 35th Over the Mountain Studio Tour

35th annual Over the Mountain Studio Tour continues to draw art enthusiasts from near and far The Journal | Monday, November 11, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston In a recent article published by The Journal, the 35th annual Over the Mountain Studio Tour in Jefferson County attracted art enthusiasts from various regions.

Exploring the Enslaved Lives at Ferry Hill Plantation: Insights from Historians

Historians take a closer look at Ferry Hill and its past steeped in slavery The Journal | Thursday, November 7, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston The Journal reports on the Black Life at Ferry Hill Tour held at Ferry Hill Plantation, where historians highlighted the lives of enslaved individuals rather than the

Jefferson County Commission Elections: New and Incumbent Candidates Elected

Jefferson County Commission Elections: New and Incumbent Candidates Elected

New, previously appointed candidates voted onto Jefferson County Commission The Journal | Tuesday, November 5, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston In the latest election for the Jefferson County Commission (JCC), four seats were filled by both new and incumbent candidates, according to The Journal. Michael Mood (R) won the Middleway District seat,

'Popcorn, Not Politics!': Shepherdstown Library Hosts Feel-Good Movie Marathon Amid Election Stress

'Popcorn, Not Politics!': Shepherdstown Library Hosts Feel-Good Movie Marathon Amid Election Stress

'Popcorn, Not Politics!': Movie marathon gives community an escape from General Election woes The Journal | Monday, November 4, 2024 By Tabitha Johnston The Journal reports on the 'Popcorn, Not Politics! Movie Marathon' held at the Shepherdstown Public Library to provide community members a much-needed distraction from