By the time Fred and Karen Schaufeld first saw the Hill Top hotel in the early 1990s, it was still imposing, but definitely “shabby chic” as they described it — built to last, but worn down by time. Read the Full Story >>
Community
2021 PVAS Race For The Birds
For 2021, Potomac Valley Audubon Society’s annual event has both online and in-person options. The virtual options include a 5K, 10K, and Kids 1 mile Fun event. Virtual participants can choose between running, walking, biking, horseback riding or another way to complete the distances. Virtual participants will email their results and will then be entered Read the Full Story >>
Rebuilding A Shopping Destination In Downtown Charles Town
Melissa Glascock has long been a supporter of the downtown retail experience. With the end of the pandemic in sight, Glascock sees this as the perfect time to revitalize shopping in Charles Town though a reimagining of Needful Things. Read the Full Story >>
Discover History At The Jefferson County Museum
The Jefferson County Museum is now open by appointment, Mondays through Saturdays, 11 am to 4 pm. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Library Gets a New Website
The Shepherdstown Library website has a new look and a new address. Read the Full Story >>
Building An Organic Farm From The Ground Up
When Katie Brownell and Michael Herbst started Red Hawk Rise Organics four years ago, they had already collected years of hands-on experience in small-scale organic farming. Read the Full Story >>
Unlocking Options for Renters & Landlords in the Pandemic
Since the Covid-19 pandemic hit last spring, landlords and tenants have struggled to address challenges created by economic losses. Governmental responses include restrictions on evictions to curtail homelessness. Read the Full Story >>
Volunteers Boost Efforts to Vaccinate Community
“We could not do this without these volunteers,” says Dr. Terrence Reidy, a sentiment echoed by everyone else working with the Jefferson County Health Department to roll out the COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Ranson Civic Center. Read the Full Story >>
Stepping Up & Stepping Out To Serve The Community
With spring in the air, and their steps, the volunteers of the Shepherdstown Community Club are turning their eyes to Morgan’s Grove Park, where even during the pandemic it was lively in the fields, along the stream, and under the magnificent trees. Read the Full Story >>
Mountaineer Rental Assistance Program
The Mountaineer Rental Assistance Program is designed to assist West Virginia renters at risk of eviction or homelessness due to COVID-19. Read the Full Story >>
March 21 — Virtual Walk In The Woods Fundraiser with PVAS
Enjoy a virtual visit to local nature preserves from the comfort of your home and help Potomac Valley Audubon Society (PVAS) celebrate on the eve of the Spring Equinox with a virtual “Walk in the Woods with Wine.” Read the Full Story >>
Inkwells Tavern Reopens in Charles Town
Inkwells Tavern has reopened at 200 W. Washington Street in Charles Town and is serving old favorites plus Bolivar Bread and Rations Coffee. Read the Full Story >>
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Park Celebrates 50 Years
The National Park, the C&O Canal Trust, and the Canal Towns Partnership representing the ten nearby towns along its western path are organizing various events and activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the park in 2021. Read the Full Story >>
Feb 6-13 — Animal Welfare Society Valentine Virtual Action
The Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County is hosting a Valentine Virtual online auction fundraiser from February 6th - 13th Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Farmers Market Open for the Winter
You can still shop close to home on alternate Sunday mornings for local produce, apples, plants, flowers, breads & baked goods, cheeses, yogurt, grass-fed beef, eggs, chicken, pork, local honey, mushrooms, salsas & dips, maple syrups, vinegars, spices, teas, candles, body care, and other locally-produced items. COVID-19 guidelines continue — please wear a mask, follow Read the Full Story >>