Auxer began topping Spaurs bids by $1 at a time until Spaur began jumping $200, $330 and $500 at a time. Information regarding the COVID-19 can also be found on the Town's website and Facebook page. We must do our part to help flatten the curve. 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. Bedinger Kent Shaffer & Mary Bell Edwinna Bernat Samuel Billmyer David & Rosalind Black Martin Burke & Barbara Spicher James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Bill Carrigan Ann Christy Betsy Coffey William Conner Jill Craig Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. If you are unable to locate needed information, please contact Town Hall at 30-876-2312. Mayor Jim Auxer. Jim finds it difficult to even think about her leaving and said wistfully as most parents do at this time. Winds light and variable. Shepherdstown first with Sunday morning alcohol 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. 129 E. German St. Scott Genovese 2020 Election Produces Both New and Familiar Faces - Shepherdstown Timony & Susan Sheehan Ronald Kepple It helps you fine-tune what youre going to be able to do; it helps you do some projects maybe you just didnt think youd be able to do, Auxer said. 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. SHPO (State Historic Preservation Office) was contacted as the Market House is on the historic register so the damage can be documented. Dana Entler Box 1786 Some of the Canada geese who All cultures believe in the sanctity and necessity of water. Critics questioned his spending priorities as hundreds of millions of CARES Act dollars went untouched. Martin & Marlyn Keesecker Incumbent councilwoman Deb Tucker received 96 votes and challenger Corinne Airgood received 102 votes, according to unofficial results. These folks are coming out from town, the first thing they want to know is whats the internet service, how fast it is, he said. I think that the emphasis is to look for as many collaborative opportunities as possible, said Jennifer Piercy, executive director of the County Commissioners Association of West Virginia. Hes the recipient of awards and honors such as 2009 SU Alumni of the Year and takes it all in with humility. It was the 1960s and college wasnt something that was a given for a lot of high school grads. John & Mary Kavaliunas John & Hope Snyder David & Margaret Coe Richard & Joni Lyon Erwin & Carol Asam Kent Shaffer & Mary Bell James Maddy Linda Kelso It is a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse . 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. Bedinger The economic stimulus bill included not only money for local governments but also billions of dollars in direct relief for West Virginia. The town councils plan for the mill was to turn it into a facility to promote arts, culture and general community use. 304.876.0910 He pledged Tau Kappa Epsilon, managed Sara Cree, made lifelong friends and got good grades. Jane McSwain One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. 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. William Conner Sue Kennedy is a former public relations executive and Emmy Award winning screenplay writer. It was recommended the library's rear and right walls should be shored up on the first and second floors inside of the library. Auxer was unable to top a $365,000 bid by a Jefferson County, W.Va. businessman during a public foreclosure auction in front of the county courthouse. The damage to the rear wall extends to the roofline. Lori Simmons They need to talk and have someone listen. Both water and power were disconnected and the area surrounding the building was cordoned off for safety. 129 E. German Street(corner of German and Princess Streets)Shepherdstown, WV, P.O. All rights reserved. The governors office did not respond to an email asking about what the rest will be used for. Matthew & Claudia Dressler Bill Carrigan When Professor Harold Goldberg wrote D Day in the Pacific, critics said he gave us one of the best accounts of the Battle of Saipan ever. Richard Irwin Jim & Mary Clare Eros Shepherdstown received around $250,000 in CARES Act funds, according to the state auditors office. If only these old homes could talk.. Ann Saalbach And this is our opportunity to make long-lasting strides.. Samuel Billmyer Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Incumbent council members David Rosen, Mark Everhart and David Springer did not seek reelection. Susan Smith 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. Impressed with the community from the start, the couple established friendships and became involved early on. Dow Benedict & Annette Gloomis 2021 Members - Historic Shepherdstown Arthur James Jim Auxer III There was a time when Jim owned a horse stable and showed jumpers: Bernie and Airport. They collectively lent her around $267,000 on the promise that she would include them in her will, he said. The cost of college was beyond the reach of many, unless they came looking for you. Jim Justice took sole control of the funds. Auxer plunged into the Pacific again and again to rescue brothers who had jumped to extinguish flames already eating away at their bodies. The three-story mill, including its millworks and steel-overshot waterwheel, is limited to single-family residential use, according to Shepherdstown zoning regulations. Jim & Betsy Butzner Greene Bill Senseney & Angie Sosdian Brown, John & Terri Griffith 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. Jim Auxer: A quiet leader - Shepherdstown Chronicle Mayor Jim Auxer "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Changes for the better. The new funds can be used for water and sewer projects, broadband and to backfill lost revenue, all of which Auxer is interested in doing with the money. 2022 Members - Historic Shepherdstown To this day, no one is more proud of this marine than is the Mayor of Shepherdstown Arthur James Auxer III. Shepherdstown will hold its meetings online via Zoom. Shepherdstown Municipal Election candidates talk term plans David & Rosalind Black Stuart Wallace & Karene Motivans, Mary OHara All Rights Reserved. He gives credit to the Town Council. Auxer believes this will also help tourism of the city. Mary J.C. Hendrix Elisabeth Staro Shepherdstown mayor debunks COVID-19 rumor - Journal-news Piercy and Blosser said local governments arent in a rush to spend the money. James & Lou Ann Stovall Over the past 2 years there was extensive restoration of the building completed. He was appointed executor of the will of Patrinka Kelch, owner of the mill. Though Jim has had little time to ride lately, Bernie at 28 is still around, just not in the New Street house. Sign up to receive updates on Shepherdstown events and more. Kathy Sholl Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. Shes been involved with the Shepherdstown Community Club for over a decade, as well as the Shepherdstown Train Station, Shepherdstown Visitors Center, Parks and Recreation Commission, and various holiday endeavors. To this day a family trip to Dewey Beach is summer tradition. Moreover, because of COVID-19, many voters utilized absentee and early-voter ballots. Rick & Shannon Taylor Dawn, Joselyn and I will open gifts and celebrate a little in the morning and then Ill go to work. Why does the boss work holidays? Shepherdstown Town Recorder Lori Robertson called the old mill the most important building in town.. My father loved watching me play ball. Today, Jim gives Shepherd College credit for helping him build the foundation for his life. Joselyn Auxer was born in 1991 and by this time the Auxers had bought a home on New Street in Shepherdstown. Thanks for your patience and understanding. Special tours are possible if a volunteer docent is available. 1:07 SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer's fight to turn the 279-year-old Thomas Shepherd's grist mill into the premier symbol of the town's history fell apart Tuesday.. Kathy Upton Susan Mayer Corporation of Shepherdstown. 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. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). Daren Wood Jim realized that Shepherdstown would feed his love of history. William Bromley Peter & Victoria Smith, Marianne Alexander And because shes a JHS champion swimmer (She holds records for the butterfly and had the best time in the area last year. Dianne Roman I think this is a once-in-a-lifetime impact, said Travis Blosser, executive director of the West Virginia Municipal League, an association of the states cities, towns and villages. Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. "NO, I didn't expect to win," he laughed. Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. Gary & Iris Heichel Jim Auxer: The right man for the job - Shepherdstown Chronicle Judith Yost. Greentree Realty Charles Brown Were being asked to promote inclusive economic development in regions of the state in the planning process, so that historically underrepresented communities are part of and are given a real voice in how these funds are used, Urling said. Yocencia Deal John Allen, Jr. Posted on November 1, 2021 | Mark Outhier Proving once again the apple doesnt fall very far from the tree. Downtown Shepherdstown. Joseph Krinock Yesterday afternoon the building was assessed. Dougherty said earlier there are several other claimants to Kelchs will. When none was offered, he declared Spaur the owner. And loving it. Allen E. Meske & T. Nicole Saunders-Meske Susan Loonsk Overall, West Virginia will receive more than $4 billion in assistance through the American Rescue Plan, according to information provided by U.S. Sen. Joe Manchins office. Theyve messed up their lives and theyre locked-up. The new bills come inserted in an envelope for greater customer privacy, and a return envelope is enclosed for your convenience. Edward Trainor But we have a mayor who is working tirelessly to keep all town employees on the job and maintain the cleanliness and services of the town. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corp. of Shepherdstown Stephen & Rebecca Ayraud Thomas Banks Dennis Barron John Bresland & Beth Batdorf M.S. Ann Christy Eleanor Finn Incumbent Town Recorder Lori Robertson, who was unopposed in the election, received 236 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. 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. Eventually he had responsibility for 250 inmates and 70 officers at Camp Hill. Thank you for your cooperation. 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 unofficial results. Unlike in the last Municipal Election, Mayor Jim Auxer is running unopposed for reelection. More than $589 million was unspent as of Monday, according to the state auditors office. It's Christmastime in Shepherdstown - journal-news.net His first job out was at Sully Elementary in Sterling, Va., teaching 4th grade. Shepherdstowns 2020 municipal election wrapped up on July 21paving the way for three new town council members. The area around the library is taped off including the streets on both sides of the library. Alan & Jane Levitan, Al & Sara Lueck Wells Fargo Bank is the largest creditor at $900,000, Jefferson County Sheriff Peter Dougherty said. My parents enjoyed my college education almost as much as I did. In Mayor Jim Auxer, Shepherdstown has such a leader. They became involved, enjoyed my friends and my friends families. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corporation of Shepherdstown. Shepherdstown, WV 25443 One night, for no explicable reason a fire broke out onboard and spread wildly and with deadly speed. Here is a gentle man, one who feels so deeply about this town that hes willing to make the tough decisions, take ultimate responsibility, and then step up for the adherent slings and arrows. Wayne Goodrich & Donna Bertazzoni Ben Miller Austin & Carmen Slater She considers it an honor and a responsibility to keep Shepherdstown a safe, lively, community-driven place for all. 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. Jeffrey Shepherd Endowment fund named in honor of mayor - Journal-news A Shepherd (College) alum as well as professed super-fan of Shepherdstown, Auxer returned to town in 1999 and was mayor from 2000-2004, and then again from 2008-present. I think thats one unique way where I think were getting it right here in West Virginia is that were all banding together: Republican, Democrat, conservative, liberal, whatever your ideology or philosophy is, he said. A message from Mayor Jim Auxer | Corporation of Shepherdstown Chazz & Donna Printz Preservation Awards - Historic Shepherdstown 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. He also thinks a councilmembers role comprises more than just meetings and votesbut requires participation in facilitating discussions, managing relationships, and reaching out to the community to build consensus on complex issues. Thomas Banks James & Mary Holland Jim usually works on holidays and today is no exception. I liked to listen and help to resolve issues.. Betsy Coffey The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. You will have the option to sign up for paperless billing and autopay by clicking here. Larry Dean & Mina Goodrich 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. 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. Butit was Dawn who drove her to practice at the crack of dawn and to swim meets around the state every weekend. We were looking for a place where we felt most comfortable.. For them, and for communities around West Virginia, it represents a huge opportunity. Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. Meg Spurlin Meeting information regarding scheduling will be provided on the Town's website and Facebook page. Photo by Michael Theis/Chronicle. What they decide could have big implications for West Virginia and its future. Auxer said he is proud the town is the first to make the change and that he wants the town to be a trendsetter. Call 304-876-0910 on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday to inquire. And the small Eastern Panhandle town is about to receive a lot more federal relief funds $800,000 through the American Rescue Plan. Allen Spiker, trustee for Seneca Trustees of Norfolk, Va., the agency handling the auction, asked for more bids after Spaur offered $365,000. Jim starred on the football field at Central Dolphin. EMAIL US. The lad loved football but he also loved history, and Shepherdstown was a great recruiting tool. I taught her how to ride her bike. Then My wife and daughter are wonderful. The Mayor arrives at Town Hall at 6:30 a.m. on weekday mornings. Susan Mitchell 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. In 1969 he graduated with a BA in History and Elementary Education (with an emphasis on Physical Education). Ted & Kathy Slinger My friends loved them and still go to see my mom. Jims high school buddies dont just make a pass-by at Ruth Auxers either. Dave & Jean Anne Pugh Gaylen & Karen Johnson Bill Drennen Here is a picture of a true leader. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." Auxer said it helped cover Covid-19-related expenses like personal protective equipment, cleaning materials and employee overtime hours. Wanda Perry 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. Infrastructure is my thing. First the septic system hook-up for the East End that had been promised in 1980 was completed and then the sewer plant started, then another election and another mayor. Blosser said figuring out how to spend that money has been a collaborative effort. We, and our neighbors, have been witness to an amazing spring ritual in recent years. I do what I can.. https://da57dc.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Screen-Shot-2020-07-30-at-1.36.19-PM.png?time=1677669867, https://da57dc.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SVC_logo_80.png, 2020 Election Produces Both New and Familiar Faces. At first glance hes a bear of a man, serious and a little gruff. The 80s had brought all kinds of change for Jim Auxer. The recruiting network that came into play included Roscoe Warner, coach at Harrisburg Susquehanna who spent summers coaching training camp at Shepherd and Jesse Riggleman, Roscoes good friend and Central Dolphin Coach. We will provide updates as information is received. Kelly Allen, executive director of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, said most of the remaining money is planned to go toward compensating the states unemployment trust fund Justice has said this will later reduce taxes on businesses that typically fund unemployment benefits and to pay off a loan the state had taken from the U.S. Department of Labor during the pandemic to keep the trust fund solvent. Michael Hamady Elliot & Nancy Kirschbaum Frank & Wilma Coe John & Margaret Demer EMAIL US. Rebecca Phipps Grove & Dallolio Architects From there he became a graduate assistant at Shippensburg University in the Rowland Lab for MED counseling and discovered his passion and talent as a counselor. Linda Hope Wayne & Teresa McLaughlin My parents were always supportive of my brother and me. The mill was built by Thomas Shepherd Sr., founder of the town named after him in 1762. As for the upcoming election, Jim Auxer is the right man for any time. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). shepherdstown Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer is proud to point out that, even throughout the pandemics worst months and the challenges they presented, his town managed to maintain its services and keep on all its government workers. Now we must separate for the common good. The mill has been standing at what today is 207 E. High St. since it was built in 1738 or 1739. Margie Knott Beverly Belchik 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. Itll build your community, Stolipher said. (Douglas Soule/Mountain State Spotlight). Pam Miller Used to be, in order to build a community, you have to have water and sewer. Well, imagine no more for that mayor actually exists and he's Jim Auxer of Shepherdstown. "We want everybody to be safe and healthy," Auxer said. 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. And as one of the Panhandle's greenest, most outdoor-friendly locations, he feels it's everyone's responsibility to help keep Shepherdstown clean. 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. Brown John & Terri Griffith Matthew Merkle & Katherine Hall Meyer Family Trust Peter & Victoria Smith Benefactor $500 - $999 Frank & Wilma Coe Frederic & Anne D'Alauro William Drennen, Jr. 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. Dennis Barron Shepherd wanted Jim Auxer. Blake Swihart & Laura Krinock He said Its not like you see on TV. Miraculously, this well-documented riot resulted in no deaths despite the three-day hostage situation and $250 million in damages. Marellen Aherne The sidewalk that runs along the Sweet Shop will be open to pedestrians beginning Friday, July 9th. James & Jean Scott Colin & Sonia Heijne He just tells it like it was. Thats what I do. Ford is focused on Shepherdstowns economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. 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. Coinciding with his current role at Arnold & Bailey in Charles Town, Stroech also volunteers on the Shepherdstown Tree Commission, Planning Commission, and Recycling Task Force. Thank you for your cooperation as we move forward in this trying time. This area will remain closed until repairs are completed. He supports town events, school events, and goes to ALL Rams football games. Local governments in West Virginia are receiving a collective $679 million in American Rescue Plan money. Eighteen years later, the Auxer home, now with kittens Chief and Teke, is still that wonderful place on New Street. You have permission to edit this article. shepherdstown.info/shepherdstown-teams-terracycle-address-litter/, Mozilla/5.0 (Macintosh; Intel Mac OS X 10_15_7) AppleWebKit/605.1.15 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/15.5 Safari/605.1.15. Roy Winkel, Jennifer Allen Mike Austin The mill was listed for sale in November for $725,000. Lou Cox Marc & Judith Briod Mary Ann Morgan Marty Amerikaner and his wife landed in Shepherdstown five years ago. Hali Taylor Meredith Wait Dale Walter We heard from a number of you expressing a desire for the Water Business Office to move away from the postcard billing format, and we are pleased to present this new bill to you. The opportunities here are enormous, but the opportunities here to get it wrong are enormous as well, Blosser said. Maylene Reisbig He soon headed up the mental health unit. The new format also includes a graph showing water usage so that you will be able to monitor your water consumption. He was also the football coach at Broadrun High School where he worked with Shepherd alumni: Lynn Carr and Ronnie Pyles. SHEPHERDSTOWN - Imagine calling the mayor of your town and asking him or her to remove a bird trapped in your rain spout. Suggested donation: $4.00 per person. Mayor Jim Auxer, left, stands in front of the trunk full of cat food with Mountain Cats TNR Founder Tina Creller on Dec. 30. By Douglas Soule Mountain State Spotlight, Amazing Grace hits game-winner, sends Summers to state tournament (With Gallery), Maiolo approved as new Woodrow softball coach, Woodrow, Indy, West all in top five in Huntington (WITH GALLERY), Section title in hand, Shady moves on to Region 3 co-final, Woodrow Wilson students perform "The Little Mermaid". Marie Tyler-McGraw Jefferson County Historical Society The county, at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle, offers a quick commute to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. I think Dawn was hoping I offer to do the work for her, Jim laughed. Copyright 1999 2023 GoDaddy Operating Company, LLC. He said people living in some of the rural parts of the area struggle with getting fast internet speeds. Spiker announced the first bid of $277,000, plus one dollar.. Lets kind of take a step back and look at what some of our common goals are.. Your IP address is listed in our blacklist and blocked from completing this request. Martha Anne McIntosh Posted in Uncategorized. In what Robertson described as a contested race this yeardue to heightened political awareness overall, as well as seven members running for five council positions, including a challenge to the mayormore than 200 voters participated, compared to just 45 voters in 2018. M.S. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Shepherdstown Teams Up With TerraCycle to Address Litter Journal photo by Toni Milbourne The Grinch and several characters from Whoville gathered with Mayor Jim Auxer to welcome in the holiday season with the lighting of the town tree on the lawn of McMurran Hall. One such recount was about a very young marine, one Arthur James Auxer Jr. Auxer was stationed on a ship in the Pacific near Pearl Harbor. Sandy Brown One thing thats giving, I think, a lot of people confidence is that everyone seems to be unified on this issue of making sure this money gets spent in the best way possible to benefit our communities, Blosser said. Myriad options with fed relief | State & Region | register-herald.com Shes also motivated to support local businesses and boost the local economy, while continuing to foster the positive relationship the town shares with the University. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. They dont have to spend all the money right now, Piercy said. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer cares a lot about the environment. When West Virginia received $1.25 billion in CARES Act money in the spring of 2020, Gov. Now at Shepherd College football was big, the school could pick and choose. -Martin Luther King, Jr. Corporation of Shepherdstown. Denver & Wendy Beckner

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