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Featured News
Rotary Club of Shepherdstown Welcomes New Member Scott Wachtel
The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown is pleased to announce the induction of new member Scott Wachtel, who officially joined the club on October 21, 2026. Scott Wachtel is an experienced real estate professional with more than 15 years of helping
Fully Covered: Rotary and Insurance Outfitters Clean Up Route 45
Rotary Club of Shepherdstown volunteers recently pulled on their safety vests and helped clean up two miles of Route 45, from the Berkeley County line to the Shepherdstown Fire Department, as part of the club’s Adopt-a-Highway program. This stretch of road is sponsored by Insurance Outfitters.
Rotary Reads Wraps Up October at T.A. Lowery Elementary
This month, Rotary Club of Shepherdstown members spent time in first grade classrooms at T.A. Lowery Elementary for our Rotary Reads program. Paul Kradel read to Mrs. Blue’s first graders, and Jamie Miller read to Ms. Sokel’s first grade class.
Rotary Club of Shepherdstown Welcomes New Member Dr. Best
The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown is pleased to announce the induction of new member Dr. Ronnie Best, who officially joined the club on October 13, 2026 by Sponsor and Rotary President Jennifer Wabnitz. Dr. Ronald Best is a board-certified emergency
Taking the Planet’s Pulse: 83 Student Leaders Explore Wildlife, Health, and Hope at the 2026 World Affairs Seminar
On September 24, 83 student leaders from seven Eastern Panhandle high schools gathered at the National Conservation Training Center for the 2026 Rotary World Affairs Seminar on planetary health.
A Sweet Welcome for District Governor Sean Murtagh
With cupcakes spelling “S-E-A-N,” the evening satellite group of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown welcomed District Governor Sean Murtagh to their September 2 club assembly meeting for his update on the district and overview of the upcoming year’s goals.
Featured Events
Fall Adopt-A-Highway, November 7, Flowing Springs Road
This is our regularly scheduled Adopt-a-Highway clean up along Rt. 230, Flowing Springs Road. Gather at the Hoxton Agency complex at 8:00 AM. Contact Brian Palank for more information.
Sip, Savor, & Explore: Reserve Your Spot on the Grapes & Grain Tour!
Thank you, reservations are now full. Our first stop will be at Petit Domaine Sparkling Winery & Estate, followed by a visit to Loco Lion Brewery, and we will conclude the tour at Doukenie Winery.
Annual Christmas Party: Save the Date
Join your fellow Rotarians and kick off the holiday season with cocktails and delicious Bavarian Inn hors d’oeuvres at our Annual Christmas party, December 17th starting at 6:30 PM.
Banking on Our Community: Dustin Branner of Jefferson Security Bank
Jefferson Security Bank’s Chief Lending Officer and Navy veteran Dustin Branner joins us to share his perspective on local lending and what it takes to help businesses and families in our community thrive.
Events
Club Assembly
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesOnce a month, our regular meeting becomes a Club Assembly: a working session where members take a look at how the club is doing and where it's headed.
Finish What You Started: Earn College Credit for Your Experience
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesJoin us as we welcome Beth Hansen, Regents Bachelor of Arts (RBA) Coordinator at Shepherd University, for an informative presentation on flexible pathways to completing a bachelor’s degree.
Fall Adopt-A-Highway, November 7, Flowing Springs Road
Hoxton Center 8530 Shepherdstown Pike, Shepherdstown, West VirginiaThis is our regularly scheduled Adopt-a-Highway clean up along Rt. 230, Flowing Springs Road. Gather at the Hoxton Agency complex at 8:00 AM. Contact Brian Palank for more information.
Banking on Our Community: Dustin Branner of Jefferson Security Bank
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesJefferson Security Bank’s Chief Lending Officer and Navy veteran Dustin Branner joins us to share his perspective on local lending and what it takes to help businesses and families in our community thrive.
Sip, Savor, & Explore: Reserve Your Spot on the Grapes & Grain Tour!
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesThank you, reservations are now full. Our first stop will be at Petit Domaine Sparkling Winery & Estate, followed by a visit to Loco Lion Brewery, and we will conclude the tour at Doukenie Winery.
Screenagers: How Teens Are Occupying Their Time Offline
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesAylin Godfrey is in the class of 2027 at Jefferson High School. She has served as the president of Clovers In Action 4-H Club and is a member of the […]
Hey Y’all, Get to Know Paul: A Classification Talk
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesPaul Teter is a native of Romney, West Virginia, and the youngest member of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown. A 2025 graduate of Shepherd University, he currently works at his […]
Eastern Panhandle Swim Club
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesThe Eastern Panhandle Swim Club (EPSC) is a premier, coach-owned year-round USA Swimming Team based at the Shepherd University Wellness Center in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Originally rooted in the SUWC […]
Annual Christmas Party: Save the Date
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesJoin your fellow Rotarians and kick off the holiday season with cocktails and delicious Bavarian Inn hors d’oeuvres at our Annual Christmas party, December 17th starting at 6:30 PM.
Just My Type 1 in the Eastern Panhandle
Angelina Gray is an advocate and community organizer for Breakthrough T1D, formerly known as JDRF (the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). Breakthrough T1D is the leading global nonprofit dedicated to type 1 diabetes (T1D).
Hey Y’all, Get to Know Paul: A Classification Talk
Bavarian Inn 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV, United StatesPaul Teter is a native of Romney, West Virginia, and the youngest member of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown. A 2025 graduate of Shepherd University, he currently works at his […]
Our Service Committees
Read more about each of our service committees and check out their related news and projects.
Club Service
Club Services focuses on fostering strong relationships among members through social events and activities. Some examples of events organized by
Community Service
Goals and Objectives: The Committee’s role is to identify opportunities for the Club to spearhead initiatives that benefit the local
Environmental Service
Mission: The Environmental Service committee of The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown exists to advance Rotary’s commitment to environmental sustainability. We
International Service
The International Service Committee of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown invites your support towards our global grant initiatives and service
Vocational & Youth Service
The Vocational and Youth Service Committee seeks to promote excellence and the highest ethical standards across all professions, to affirm