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Berkeley County Tornado Marks Sixteenth This Year, Most In W.Va. History
A minor tornado struck a town in Berkeley County on Wednesday afternoon, according to a Thursday report from the National Weather Service. The incident brings the total number of tornadoes to hit West Virginia this year to a staggering 16 — the most for one calendar year in the state’s history, with roughly six months still left to go.
Grant from fuels literacy at Ranson Elementary School in Jefferson County
RANSON, W.Va. (DC News Now) — An eastern panhandle elementary school in Jefferson County is putting a $5,000 grant to good use in its library. Ranson Elementary School caught the attention of former First Lady Laura Bush and her foundation to promote literacy. The socio-economic profile of the school was a benchmark for the grant. […]
Juneteenth will be celebrated at several events in the area
Juneteenth will be celebrated at events throughout the area, starting on Sunday. Third Annual Washington County Juneteenth Author Showcase. 401 Museum Drive (in the City Park) Black authors from Washington, Allegany, Garrett and Frederick counties. In partnership with The F.O.C.U.S. (Fun, Opportunity, Concentration, Unwavering, Success) Trainer. Free admission. Call 301-739-5727.
Leaving up my yard signs
I am writing this on Election Day after being the third voter at Town Hall this morning. Before we know the outcome of our town’s mayoral and council races, no matter who wins, especially no matter who becomes the new mayor, our town governance will change – and I hope utterly.
Shepherdstown looks to future with new mayor, town council members
SHEPHERDSTOWN — On Tuesday morning, Shepherdstown residents began making their way to Town Hall to participate in the Municipal Election. By the end of the voting period that night, about 47 percent of the registered voters in the Corporation of Shepherdstown had participated in the highly contested election, with approximately 342 ballots needing to be counted from absentee, early and day-of voting.
Library’s Summer Reading Program shows significant growth at kickoff event
SHEPHERDSTOWN — Children ran around the patio of the Shepherdstown Public Library (SPL) on Saturday morning, eager to try out activities like making bracelets, panning for gemstones and blowing colorful bubbles. The activities were some of a number being offered as part of the library’s Summer Reading Program kickoff party.
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