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In today's newsletter:
- Why Harpers Ferry makes this list of budget-friendly West Virginia towns
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Wednesday: Breezy; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 71 and low of 48 degrees.
- Thursday: A shower in the a.m.; breezy, temps: high: 62, low: 47.
- Friday: Warmer; breezy in the morning, with a high of 73 and low of 46 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 8 Budget Friendly West Virginia Towns That Locals Love To Call Home (takingthekids.com) — Harpers Ferry is highlighted as a surprisingly affordable place to live, where residents walk through a national historical park to grab coffee and enjoy year-round river views and trails. The piece also compares Harpers Ferry with seven other budget-friendly West Virginia towns, emphasizing low housing costs, outdoor recreation, and strong community life across the state.

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Saturday May 16
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Early Republic Seed Saving: A Revolutionary Idea
Arsenal Square
, in historic Lower Town.
11:00 am
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🗓 Events Nearby
Wednesday May 13
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Case Nature Center Open Day
Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town
9:30 am
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Monthly Program | Main Street: A Proven Strategy for Historic Small Towns →
Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education, 213 N King St, Shepherdstown
6:30 pm
Thursday May 14
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Jefferson Cougars vs East Hardy Cougars →
Jefferson High School, 4141 Flowing Springs Rd, Shenandoah Junction
6:00 pm
Friday May 15
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The Wallflowers →
The Event Center at Hollywood Casino, 750 Hollywood Dr, Charles Town
8:00 pm
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Supporting the Wallflowers at The Event Center at Hollywood Casino →
The Event Center at Hollywood Casino, 750 Hollywood Dr, Charles Town
8:00 pm
Saturday May 16
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Early Republic Seed Saving: A Revolutionary Idea
Arsenal Square
, in historic Lower Town.
11:00 am
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Kurt Crandall & True Story - Live Blues Music →
Shepherdstown Opera House, 131 W German St, Shepherdstown
7:30 pm
Monday May 18
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Trail Stewards Volunteer Workday at Cool Spring Preserve
Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town
9:30 am
Wednesday May 20
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Bird Walk at Cool Spring Preserve →
Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town
7:30 am
Thursday May 21
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Trail Stewards Volunteer Workday at Yankauer Nature Preserve
Yankauer Nature Preserve, 438 Whitings Neck Road, Martinsburg
1:30 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hey Guys!
Still offering all handyman services at super affordable prices ! if anyone needs any work done , shoot me a text 304-907-7425. Looking to fill… (Nextdoor Bolivar)
- Fridge with freezer great for basement.
bar rec room , WORKS PERFECTLY ONLY 1 or less years old. Moving and can’t take it with them (Nextdoor Shannondale)
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amrize posted a job opening for Utility Operator 1 in Harpers Ferry. Apply here.
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Geneis Healthcare posted a job opening for Guest Services Coordinator in Charles Town. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Harpers Ferry here.
🗞 Nearby News
Charles Town
- Richard Marx brings his greatest hits to West Virginia 2026 (wvnstv.com)
- BCSO looking for woman, possibly from Charles Town, for multiple shoplifting incidents (tristatealert.com)
- CT IT Services LLC Introduces Expanded Office Network Setup and Support Across Regional Service Areas (desmoinesregister.com)
Shepherdstown
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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