One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. Thats what I do. Canvassing of the ballots cast, including provisional ballots, is scheduled for Monday. But then you listen to his soft spoken way with a rational explanation or you sit in a single issue Town Hall meeting and watch him listen intently and respectfully to anyone who has something to say, and a different picture emerges. "No one thought I was going to win." Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. Judith Miller Jones He was appointed executor of the will of Patrinka Kelch, owner of the mill. Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. In 2000 Jim Auxer decided to run for mayor of Shepherdstown. This was completed Monday evening and the building was then secured. Peter & Lois Spreen The integrity and performance of the police force is also a point of both pride and passion for Ford, and he vows to work with the mayor and fellow council members to ensure its continued excellence. Sue Collins Jack Young, Keith Alexander Susan Smith 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. The Farmers Market location is being evaluated. 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. Eighteen years later, the Auxer home, now with kittens Chief and Teke, is still that wonderful place on New Street. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. Please enjoy the other open spaces in the parks with enacted and recommended guidelines. Bedinger Both water and power were disconnected and the area surrounding the building was cordoned off for safety. Photo by Michael Theis/Chronicle. Alan & Jane Levitan, Al & Sara Lueck Jane McSwain Bryan & Judith Robertson Auxer was recognized as a hero for his selflessness and would go on to receive many decorations for meritorious service during World War II. She said a plan needs to be developed that reduces disparities and targets those most in need. Here is a picture of a true leader. Marie Anderson Roy Winkel, Jennifer Allen Local governments in West Virginia are receiving a collective $679 million in American Rescue Plan money. All Rights Reserved. The lad loved football but he also loved history, and Shepherdstown was a great recruiting tool. My parents enjoyed my college education almost as much as I did. Jim Auxer: The right man for the job - Shepherdstown Chronicle Stephen & Rebecca Ayraud Only half of what governments are due through the American Rescue Plan is available this spring; the other half cant be accessed until next year. He didnt say he starred for hes a modest man but he was captain and all-state defense, so starring was a good guess. Now, more then ever before, every town across America needs and deserves a leader who puts the welfare, safety and best interests of its people above all else. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corporation of Shepherdstown. Im very proud of Joselyn and Im very proud of her mother. Paul & Lisa Welch It's Christmastime in Shepherdstown - journal-news.net And because shes a JHS champion swimmer (She holds records for the butterfly and had the best time in the area last year. . Jack Kendall & James Puglisi He supports town events, school events, and goes to ALL Rams football games. Now we must separate for the common good. Beverly Belchik Allen E. Meske & T. Nicole Saunders-Meske Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." D Day in the Pacific sites acts of bravery so profound its hard to believe theyre non-fiction. There was a time when Jim owned a horse stable and showed jumpers: Bernie and Airport. My parents were always supportive of my brother and me. West Virginia received. He gives credit to the Town Council. Special tours are possible if a volunteer docent is available. His first job out was at Sully Elementary in Sterling, Va., teaching 4th grade. Upton & Ann Martin 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. Meredith Wait If only these old homes could talk.. 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. Journal photo by Toni Milbourne It was the 1960s and college wasnt something that was a given for a lot of high school grads. 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. James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Jefferson County Commission President Steve Stolipher says the area draws city residents who are wanting a more rural lifestyle. Andy & Sondra Hosey, Arch & Connie Hoxton Auxer, 73, received 224 votes and Cotgreave received 40 votes, according to unofficial results that were posted online early Wednesday. Shepherdstown Municipal Election candidates talk term plans What they decide could have big implications for West Virginia and its future. NO, I didnt expect to win, he laughed. 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. Posted in Uncategorized. 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. "NO, I didn't expect to win," he laughed. Jim & Mary Clare Eros 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. Eleanor Finn Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. 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. Jim & Betsy Butzner Greene Marty Amerikaner and his wife landed in Shepherdstown five years ago. One night, for no explicable reason a fire broke out onboard and spread wildly and with deadly speed. Ross Patterson 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. 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. Planning Commission | Corporation of Shepherdstown Robert Fairbaugh Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The mill was listed for sale in November for $725,000. 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. Shepherdstown celebrated with the lighting of the town tree on the lawn of McMurran Hall on Friday evening. 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. Dr. Raleigh Watson, Jr. Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. Dana Entler Auxer believes this will also help tourism of the city. 2023 www.heraldmailmedia.com. Jack & Pat Egle Posted on April 6, 2020 | Richard Irwin The governors office did not respond to an email asking about what the rest will be used for. Piercy and Blosser said local governments arent in a rush to spend the money. There was a riot in 1989 though that he wouldnt discuss. Yocencia Deal Jim Auxer: A quiet leader - Shepherdstown Chronicle James Leathers Proving once again the apple doesnt fall very far from the tree. You will have the option to sign up for paperless billing and autopay by clicking here. Well, imagine no more for that mayor actually exists and he's Jim Auxer of Shepherdstown. Ann Christy West Virginia received $1.25 billion from the CARES Act in April 2020 and set aside $265 million of that for local governments. It is a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse . 304.876.0910 The 80s had brought all kinds of change for Jim Auxer. They collectively lent her around $267,000 on the promise that she would include them in her will, he said. Colin & Sonia Heijne Included in that money is more than $2 billion for stimulus checks, $138 million in broadband funding and $2 million for internet hotspots. 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. 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. Dougherty said earlier there are several other claimants to Kelchs will. SHPO (State Historic Preservation Office) was contacted as the Market House is on the historic register so the damage can be documented. SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxers fight to turn the 279-year-old Thomas Shepherds grist mill into the premier symbol of the towns history fell apart Tuesday. 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. Message from Mayor Auxer | Corporation of Shepherdstown Changes for the better. 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. When none was offered, he declared Spaur the owner. Tom Mayes & Rod Glover Karen Kiaer EMAIL US. John Doyle The force pushed out the wall on the right side of the building. He looks at his role on the council as a service to the community he loves and an opportunity to listen, and then listen some more. He says hes always been proud of the way his office has managed the towns financesespecially during COVID. [emailprotected], Marriages and Deaths in the Shepherdstown Register, 1849-1850. 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.". If you are unable to locate needed information, please contact Town Hall at 30-876-2312. Shepherdstown is lucky to have him. Susan Mitchell Hes back in the office from 9:30 to noon taking care of business and then he goes to work at Eastern Regional. Auxer began topping Spaurs bids by $1 at a time until Spaur began jumping $200, $330 and $500 at a time. Jim & Peachy Staley Little brother Jeffery completed the family where life was good. Dow Benedict & Annette Gloomis 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. You have permission to edit this article. He was the older of Ruth and Arthurs two sons. Kelch had a reverse mortgage on the property and had filed for bankruptcy. Jeffrey Shepherd Martin Burke & Barbara Spicher Call 304-876-0910 on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday to inquire. Jim usually works on holidays and today is no exception. 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. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Matthew & Claudia Dressler 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. "I am honored and humbled to be the mayor of Shepherdstown," [] Winds light and variable. Shepherdstown received around $250,000 in CARES Act funds, according to the state auditors office. Grove & Dallolio Architects Posted in Uncategorized. But theres a lot of pressure for local governments to get it right. Georgiann Toole Robertson was uncontested in the race, winning with 236 votes. Kelch died in August 2015. Not to be discouraged, and There was still a lot of work to do Jim ran again, and in 2007 he won again. Richard & Barbara Nickell For example, Pennsylvanias legislature passed a bill allocating more than $2.6 billion of CARES Act funds. 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. Now at Shepherd College football was big, the school could pick and choose. The back of the Market House appears to have endured the most serious damage. EMAIL US. 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. It was recommended the library's rear and right walls should be shored up on the first and second floors inside of the library. Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. Mayor Jim Auxer, left, stands in front of the trunk full of cat food with Mountain Cats TNR Founder Tina Creller on Dec. 30. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. Elinor Ross Chess & Lynn Yellott Fran Brolle Jim played for the Rams for four years, lettering four times and was chosen all-conference two years running. Among seven candidates vying for the five at-large town council seats, Cheryl Roberts received 229 votes, followed by Chris Stroech (187), Marty Amerikaner (186), Jenny Haynes (176) and Jim Ford (156). In numerous other states, the governor didnt have sole authority over the CARES Act spending, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Bill Drennen Frank & Annette van Hilst 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. The documented incident took place after the Dec. 6 attack. 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". Thank you for your cooperation. Terry & Diane Fulton Raised in Shepherdstown, Cheryl Roberts graduated from Shepherd (College) and has worked at the Department of Veterans Affairs for 36 years. High 49F. Ford is focused on Shepherdstown's economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. If you have any questions after reviewing your bill, please do not hesitate to call the Shepherdstown Water Business Office at 304-876-2574.