CASA of the Eastern Panhandle is hosting its second Superhero Challenge to raise support for the most vulnerable children across the region. Unlike a normal road race during which hundreds or thousands of runners gather on the same path at the same time, the CASA-EP Superhero Challenge can be completed at your own pace, in your own way, and wherever you go. Run, walk, hike, bike, and get active however you like to support this activity challenge throughout the month of October. Join the fun on your own, with your kids, friends, or colleagues, and get active for a good cause. Read the Full Story >>
Community
Turtle Talk — Oct 1
John Steffen, assistant professor of biology at Shepherd University, researches how painted turtles change color in response to the foods they eat, whether turtles actively seek out food with color-inducing pigments, and whether turtle stripes and spots can function to indicate aspects of their health. Read the Full Story >>
Library Repairs Begin In Shepherdstown
Repairs on the library have begun in Shepherdstown — the services of Gruber-Lattimer of Sharpsburg, Maryland have been selected to restore the historic brick structure of the Old Market House. The home of the Shepherdstown Library was damaged by a vehicle on July 4. Read the Full Story >>
Locals Loving Cocina Plantosaurus in Charles Town
Cocina Plantosaurus, at 216 West Washington Street in Charles Town, has gotten rave reviews from customers since it opened in July. The tastes are from Puerto Rico, the ingredients are from plants, and the smiles are everywhere. Read the Full Story >>
New Location for Bolivar Bread
cation). Owner Katie Kopsick is planning for a takeout counter for bread and other delicious items. Read the Full Story >>
Opioid Use Disorders and Family Crisis
Children whose parents or caregivers suffer from opioid use disorders are at risk for immediate trauma and negative health outcomes as well as lifelong consequences related to parental or personal opioid use. According to a 2019 report jointly produced by United Hospital Fund and the Boston Consulting Group, the rate of children affected by the opioid crisis in West Virginia was 5.4 percent in 2017— the highest rate in the country. Read the Full Story >>
Looking At Growth
McMurran Hall was built in 1859 as a town hall for Shepherdstown. During the Civil War, it served as the courthouse for Jefferson County until it was abandoned in 1871 when Charles Town reclaimed its role as the seat of the county government. Quickly repurposed into the home of the new Shepherd College, it still stands as a reminder of community spirit shared between a town and institution. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherd University President’s Lecture Series – National Security in the 21st Century — Sep 21
On September 21 at 6:30 pm, Mark Montgomery will speak on the topic of cybersecurity at the Byrd Center on the Shepherd University campus. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherd University Forum on Freedom of Speech & Censorship
On September 21, the Stubblefield Institute at Shepherd University will host a forum titled “Freedom of Speech, Censorship, and the Cancel Culture: Social Media and Politics in Today’s America.” Read the Full Story >>
LoCo Potters Show — Sep 11
LoCo Potters, an informal group of talented local ceramic artists, will be showcasing their works at Fields of Flowers (37879 Allder School Road, Purcellville, VA) on September 11 (Sat) from 10 am to 4 pm. Read the Full Story >>
WVU Walk With Ease Program
WVU Medicine's free, 6-week “Walk With Ease” program was developed for people with arthritis but is open to all. Register today! Read the Full Story >>
Legendary Book Sale — Oct 14 to 17
The Shepherdstown Community Club will be hosting its annual book sale on October 14-17 at the War Memorial Building (102 East German St, Shepherdstown, WV). Read the Full Story >>
Two Rivers Chamber Orchestera to Perform Peter & The Wolf
n Sunday, August 29, the Friends of Music will present an outdoor concert featuring the Two Rivers Chamber Orchestra performing "Peter and the Wolf," Sergei Prokoviev's symphonic fairy tale for children, at The Amp in Sam Michael's Park. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherd University Football hosts Kutztown — Sep 25
The Shepherd University Football Team’s first home game of the 2021 season kicks off at noon on Saturday, September 25. Shepherd will host league rival Kutztown. Read the Full Story >>
2021 Appalachian Heritage Festival at Shepherd University
The Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence Project at Shepherd University is hosting several events this month in conjunction with the Appalachian Heritage Festival. Read the Full Story >>
