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Elizabeth Miller: Celebrating a Life Dedicated to Bears and Nature

A ‘beary’ blessed life: Local woman looks back at experiences in grizzly bear, polar bear country The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 21, 2024 By Staff In an article published by The Shepherdstown Chronicle, 91-year-old Elizabeth Miller reflects on her remarkable experiences with bears over her lifetime. Her passion for wildlife

Jim Auxer Honored with Community Service Award for Ongoing Contributions

Former mayor receives award for past, present contributions to community The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 21, 2024 By Staff In a recent article from The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Arthur 'Jim' Auxer III was honored with the Jack and Martha Young Community Service Award during Shepherdstown Area Independent Living'

Shepherdstown's New Community Cookbook: A Culinary Legacy

New cookbook features 1,000 recipes from Shepherdstown community members, old and new The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 21, 2024 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the New Street United Methodist Church's newly published community cookbook featuring over 1,000 recipes contributed by church members and local

Scott Widmeyer Advocates for Civility in Politics Amid Election Tensions

‘Where Do We Go From Here?’ discussed during lecture on civility in politics The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, November 20, 2024 By Staff In a recent lecture hosted by The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Scott Widmeyer, co-chair of the Stubblefield Institute, addressed the critical issue of civility in politics during the 2024 election.

Judge David Hammer Champions Jefferson County's Drug Court Success

Local judge talks challenges of war on drugs in Jefferson County The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 14, 2024 By Staff In an insightful discussion hosted by The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Judge David Hammer emphasized the effectiveness of Jefferson County's adult drug court program, which he has managed for six

Over the Mountain Studio Tour Celebrates 35th Year with New Artists and Stops

35th annual Over the Mountain Studio Tour continues to draw art enthusiasts from near and far The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 14, 2024 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the 35th annual Over the Mountain Studio Tour, which drew participants from across the region and introduced two new tour

Shepherdstown Event Showcases Veterans Through Art and Performance

‘Shepherdstown Honors Veterans’ highlights diverse veteran experience The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 14, 2024 By Staff In a unique celebration of Veterans Day, The Shepherdstown Chronicle highlights the 'Shepherdstown Honors Veterans' event at the War Memorial Building, where local veterans showcased their artwork alongside contributions from students. The