Neighborhood Watch Archives - Page 3 of 4

Keeping Downtown Shepherdstown Businesses Vital

By Jim Bauman January 4, 2023Neighborhood WatchBusiness vitality, Shepherdstown, Tourism, Town hall

The town council of Shepherdstown convened a town hall to consider community input into how to grow and sustain the successful business life of the town. This article is a report of the questions and discussion.

Senior Social Services in Jefferson County

By Jim Bauman December 31, 2022Neighborhood WatchCouncil on Aging, Financing retirement, Government program for seniors, Ranson, SAIL, Senior services, Shepherd University

Most seniors go into retirement on fixed incomes, which can raise the threat of poverty. To alleviate that threat government funded and volunteer organizations provide many elective services for seniors.

Seniors SAILing Along

By Jim Bauman December 31, 2022Neighborhood WatchAge-Friendly city, Psychology of aging, SAIL, Senior advocacy, Senior organizations, Senior population growth, Shepherd University, Village-to-Village Network

Jefferson County is aging and this article describes the forces at play in making this happen and the community response to accommodate our seniors. One volunteer organization -- Shepherdstown Area Independent Living (SAIL) is highlighted.

The 1886 Lynching of Joe Burns

By Jim Bauman December 31, 2022Neighborhood WatchBlack history, Equal Justice Initiative, Lynching

A white mob lynched Joe Burns in 1886 before he had the chance to defend himself in court. This article speculates on what could have been brought up in his defense.

Real-life Stories of Housing Struggles in Jefferson County

By Jim Bauman December 31, 2022Neighborhood WatchHousing affordability, Section 8 housing, Shepherdstown

When a community aspires to raising its standard of living, it can put the housing needs of people who fall below that standard in jeopardy. They can find it hard to locate affordable housing. This is beginning to happen in several communities in Jefferson County, affecting particularly young people.

Food and Social Security in Jefferson County

By Jim Bauman December 31, 2022Neighborhood WatchFood pantry, JC Community Ministries, Poverty, Shepherdstown, Shepherdstown Shares, Social Security Program, Substance abuse

Poverty and food insecurity in Jefferson County is less than in other parts of West Virginia, but it persists. Several food services have been set up by social service organization to address the need.