Colin & Sonia Heijne Dow Benedict & Annette Gloomis "Shepherdstown is a great place," said Auxer, who lauded the community's spirit and residents' care for one another. Judith Ford Though Jim has had little time to ride lately, Bernie at 28 is still around, just not in the New Street house. Were a close family., Back to 1999 After 28 years at Camp Hill State Prison, Jim decided it was time to go and joined the staff of Eastern Regional Jail as Vice President of Prime Care. Mayor Jim Auxer. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, Shepherdstown has closed its parks to all high congestion traffic and use areas such as playgrounds, basketball courts and pavilions. The repairs were approved within hours. Robertson was uncontested in the race, winning with 236 votes. Unlike the CARES Act money, which initially came with a December 2020 deadline which has since been extended communities have until the end of 2024 to commit the American Rescue Plan funds and until the end of 2026 to spend the money. Shepherdstown, WV 25443 And because shes a JHS champion swimmer (She holds records for the butterfly and had the best time in the area last year. Karen Kiaer (Douglas Soule/Mountain State Spotlight). He was the older of Ruth and Arthurs two sons. Shepherdstown celebrated with the lighting of the town tree on the lawn of McMurran Hall on Friday evening. Copyright 1999 2023 GoDaddy Operating Company, LLC. For them, and for communities around West Virginia, it represents a huge opportunity. M.S. They collectively lent her around $267,000 on the promise that she would include them in her will, he said. Rhys & Jennifer Gerholdt I provide counseling, solve problems and help the jail run better. Chris Stroech grew up in Shepherdstown and attended local schools before graduating with a law degree from West Virginia University. William Bromley West Virginia received. We now have opportunities to better communicate various services to you, whether via a message on your bill or an additional insert that comes as part of your billing statement. Eventually he had responsibility for 250 inmates and 70 officers at Camp Hill. Within his tenure, Auxer takes particular pride in his commitment to Shepherdstowns ever-evolving infrastructure, small-business needs, water and sanitation, tourism, and the many ongoing beautification projects that keep the downtown area both attractive and engaging. EMAIL US. Alan & Jane Levitan, Al & Sara Lueck Frederic & Anne DAlauro, Erdem & Joan Ergin Richard Klein The Museum will be closed for the winter and reopen in the spring. Critics questioned his spending priorities as hundreds of millions of CARES Act dollars went untouched. Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. Linda Kelso "We'll get through it.". One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. Proving once again the apple doesnt fall very far from the tree. Box 1786 Jefferson County Commission President Steve Stolipher says the area draws city residents who are wanting a more rural lifestyle. Susan Kemnitzer Auxer estimates Shepherdstown lost a couple hundred thousand dollars in revenue due to the pandemic, but he credited federal relief money for helping keep the town whole. Robert Fairbaugh Now the top of the list is broadband and then water and sewer.. There was a time when Jim owned a horse stable and showed jumpers: Bernie and Airport. He points out that, like any other town of any size, Shepherdstown has similar problems and issuesand his job, above all else, is to listen, be civil, and balance discussions so that the community has fair representation. You can pay your bill at Town Hall located at 104 North King Street (in person or using the dropbox), online at www.shepherdstown.us, or by phone at 304-318-8590. Elinor Ross While incumbent mayor Jim Auxer retained his officealong with town recorder, Lori Robertsontown council members Cheryl Roberts and Jim Ford won reelection, and were joined by newcomers Jenny Haynes, Marty Amerikaner, and Chris Stroech. Jim Ford has been a resident of Shepherdstown for nearly two decades, and upon this most recent reelection, is enjoying a seventh term on the council. Auxer said Shepherdstown officials are talking with the county and neighboring municipalities about ways to use the funds for broadband projects. We have a leader who is in constant contact with town committee members, seeing that all information is verified, the public is informed and needs, especially those of the elderly, dont go unnoticed. "NO, I didn't expect to win," he laughed. Auxer, who has served as Shepherdstown's mayor since 2008, was first elected to the post in 2000 and then reelected for a second two-year term in 2002. The CATF event scheduled for July 9th will be held in the parking lot of the Marinoff Theater at 62 West Campus Drive on Shepherd University Campus. Denver & Wendy Beckner This means Justice and the Legislature will have to work together on the $1.355 billion the state receives of American Rescue Plan funds an amount thats separate from what the local governments received under the same spending guidelines. He soon headed up the mental health unit. Marc & Judith Briod When Auxer began to falter, Shepherdstown businessman Kenneth Lowe leaned over and offered him $5,000 to keep going, but even that failed to stop Spaur. James Stuart Osbourn, Frances Bernstein Jim & Mary Clare Eros Maylene Reisbig Mary J.C. Hendrix Photo by Michael Theis/Chronicle. Posted on July 7, 2021 | Peter & Lois Spreen William Conner Shepherdstown will hold its meetings online via Zoom. Elliot & Nancy Kirschbaum Wanda Perry . We will provide updates as information is received. The Corporation Of Shepherdstown, under the management of Mayor Jim Auxer, was awarded the 2011 Preservation Award for their continued support of The Historic Entler Hotel Building. We must do our part to help flatten the curve. There is significant damage to the right rear corner and right rear side of the building. We still think thats not the best use of the funds and are really disappointed that they didnt get out the door at the height of the pandemic to address the needs of families and businesses and workers who are really impacted by Covid-19, Allen said. Al & Sheila Vertino A message from Mayor Jim Auxer Posted on July 7, 2021 | Posted in Uncategorized The Shepherdstown Library (Market House) was struck by a vehicle between 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 4th, and 6 a.m. Monday, July 5th. Frank C. Joe Khare, Jr. & Cheryl A. Susan Smith Impressed with the community from the start, the couple established friendships and became involved early on. 2023 www.heraldmailmedia.com. Edward Trainor Yocencia Deal Roberts was reelected with 229 votes, Ford was reelected with 156 votes, Stroech won with 187 votes, Amerikaner won with 186 votes, and Haynes prevailed with 176 votes. SHEPHERDSTOWN Despite a rumor circulating that a case of COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, was confirmed in Shepherdstown over the weekend, Mayor Jim Auxer quickly debunked the story with a statement on the town's website Sunday evening. It was the 1960s and college wasnt something that was a given for a lot of high school grads. D Day in the Pacific sites acts of bravery so profound its hard to believe theyre non-fiction. All of these projects are still on the table, he said, and county commissioners are holding a meeting next week to get feedback on how to spend the funds. 0:04 0:56 SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer was elected to another two-year term in Tuesday's municipal election, defeating challenger Todd Cotgreave, according to. Determined to show up and do the work, Haynes realizes that the strength of Shepherdstowns future relies on the power of people working together towards the greater good. All Rights Reserved. 2021 Members - Historic Shepherdstown Our Members as of December 31, 2021 Preservation $1,000 & Up John Allen, Jr. Frank C. "Joe" Khare, Jr. & Cheryl A. Incumbent Town Recorder Lori Robertson, who was unopposed in the election, received 236 votes. Stephanie Unger Brown, John & Terri Griffith James Leathers We were looking for a place where we felt most comfortable.. Johnna Armstrong "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Donald & Dorrene Hale Posted on April 6, 2020 | FREE admission to Historic Shepherdstown members, children, students and military. We, and our neighbors, have been witness to an amazing spring ritual in recent years. The area around the library is taped off including the streets on both sides of the library. At first glance hes a bear of a man, serious and a little gruff. When none was offered, he declared Spaur the owner. Moreover, because of COVID-19, many voters utilized absentee and early-voter ballots. Jesse showed Roscoe game film, a dazzled Roscoe reports back to Shepherd and the rest is history. Susan Mayer Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Linda Hope 304.876.0910 James & Mary Holland There was a riot in 1989 though that he wouldnt discuss. Matthew & Claudia Dressler Timony & Susan Sheehan SHEPHERDSTOWN Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer recently signed a National Society Daughters of the American Revolution proclamation declaring the month of November as "National American Indian Heritage Month.". The cost of college was beyond the reach of many, unless they came looking for you. Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. Stuart Wallace & Karene Motivans, Mary OHara More than $589 million was unspent as of Monday, according to the state auditors office. Auxer began topping Spaurs bids by $1 at a time until Spaur began jumping $200, $330 and $500 at a time. Larry Dean & Mina Goodrich All rights reserved. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Kathy Upton Jack Kendall & James Puglisi During the 2021 state legislative session, lawmakers passed and Justice signed House Bill 2014, which requires that the legislature appropriate federal funds exceeding $150 million during a state of emergency. One night, for no explicable reason a fire broke out onboard and spread wildly and with deadly speed. Dana Entler Andy & Sondra Hosey, Arch & Connie Hoxton As for the upcoming election, Jim Auxer is the right man for any time. Jim Auxer was the first in his family to go to college. Rick & Shannon Taylor Low 34F. The Welcome Center will open Friday, July 9th. Jim usually works on holidays and today is no exception. Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. No one thought I was going to win. Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. Chazz & Donna Printz Piercy and Blosser said local governments arent in a rush to spend the money. Dougherty said earlier there are several other claimants to Kelchs will. Although the U.S. Treasury has released interim guidance on how to use the funds, the rules havent been finalized yet. Mayor Jim Auxer "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Bill Carrigan At the end of the voting day on July 21, and after a few hours of counting, Auxer was reelected as mayor by a margin of 184 votes. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. Shepherd wanted Jim Auxer. Martin & Marlyn Keesecker His first job out was at Sully Elementary in Sterling, Va., teaching 4th grade.