The Historic Shepherdstown Commission supports the Historic Shepherdstown Musuem, organizes a regular speaker series, and maintains the historic Entler Hotel at the corner of Princess and German Streets in Shepherdstown. Read the Full Story >>
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Police Officer Austin Simms of Shepherdstown Receives Award
Shepherdstown Police Officer Austin Simms was awarded the life saving award for his quick actions on September 11 2023. Read the Full Story >>
Filing Window For Local Candidates To Run In 2024 Elections Is January 8 — 27
Our state and county governments rely on citizens willing to step up and run for office. Some positions require special qualifications — such as judges, justices, and prosecuting attorneys. Other positions are typically held by individuals with specific training — such as magistrates, sheriffs, and the attorney general. However, most offices require no specific credentials or experience. Read the Full Story >>
Chamber Musicians Bring Holiday Cheer
The talented musicians of the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival have scheduled several concerts in December. Read the Full Story >>
Happy Retreat Hosts Jazz Concert
Jazz concert at Happy Retreat on December 17 featuring The Robert Sykes Jazz Trio and guest karen Gray. Read the Full Story >>
Try Dancing — It’s Good For You
Shepherdstown Music and Dance (SMAD) has organized a monthly contra dance for over 40 years. SMAD also organizes the town’s May Day celebration and Morris dancers each spring, along with concerts and workshops throughout the year. The group is currently seeking new members to step up and keep this tradition alive. Read the Full Story >>
Hot Chocolate Competition Heats Up Downtown Charles Town
Charles Town’s downtown merchants are hosting a hot chocholate competion again in 2023, on Saturday, December 16 from 4 to 6 pm. Read the Full Story >>
A New Twist On An Old Play In Shepherdstown
CATF presents a first reading of Our Shepherdstown, a new play by Jeffrey Lieber. Read the Full Story >>
November 30 Deadline for Public Comment On Ranson Planning Map
The City of Ranson’s project to update its Comprehensive Plan is getting closer to the finish line, with the City’s planning commission and council expected to review a final draft for approval in early 2024. November 30 is the last day for the public to make comments on the current draft (public comment is open Read the Full Story >>
Events & Activities – November 2023
Have fun in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>
Jefferson County Lights Up For Halloween
2023 Halloween events in Jefferson County WV Read the Full Story >>
Red Summer 1919 – An Instrumental Opera
Kimo Williams' latest project, Red Summer 1919 - An Instrumental Opera, is intended to bring visibility to Black World War One veterans. Read the Full Story >>
Cryptid Cave Escape Room
Shepherd University theater students present a cryptid cave escape room for Halloween. Read the Full Story >>
Local Woman Plays For USA Team In Amputee Soccer Tournament
Shepherdstown resident Tracy Danzey recently competed for the US Women’s Amputee Soccer Team in the Amp Futbol Cup tournament held in Warsaw, Poland in October 2023. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Day Care Center Celebrates 50 Years
Melissa Holman, director of the the Shepherdstown Day Care Center talks about the center's programs and challenges. Read the Full Story >>