Lyn Widmyer

The Panama Canal Treaty of 1977 ended US control of the canal and ensured its neutrality. West Virginia Senator Robert Byrd successfully navigated the treaty through the Senate. Ray Smock, noted historian and resident scholar at Shepherd University, tells us more. This is a timely topic in view of President Trump's interest in regaining US control of the canal.

Liz Wheeler recently retired as Director of the Jefferson County Farmland Protection Board. To date, local farmers have placed permanent easements on almost 7000 acres of farmland. Listen to my conversation with Liz to learn more about the easement program and more about Liz's culinary career.

During his 51 year coaching career at Jefferson High School, John Lowery amassed 1399 wins and only 350 losses. He is the winningest high school coach in the state. John shares the qualities of a successful baseball player and reflects on his future as a coach.

Sara Howle, Assistant Director at the Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Public Library, explains how to get electronic access to books, magazines, movies and even tutoring for free— and all you need is a library card. West Virginia Library Commission: www.librarycommission.wv.gov To access services, click on State Library Patrons to sign up for a card. Libraries in Jefferson County, West Virginia: Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Public Library (304.535.2301) South Jefferson Public Library (304.715.6227) Shepherdstown Public Library (304.876.2783) Charles Town Library (304.535.2301)

I am NOT a West Virginia state senator but AI (artificial intelligence) thinks I am. John Maxey explains why.

AI (Artificial Intelligence) is here to stay and only getting stronger and more pervasive. John gives us a basic course on how AI affects our lives. Subscribe for more videos from Lyn!

Karen and her husband sold their house 10 years ago and have been travelling ever since. Karen talks about how pet sitting has allowed her to travel the globe.

After 50 years, George Rutherford is completing his last term as president of the Jefferson County NAACP. Learn of his proudest achievements as a civil rights activist and his advice to those wishing to continue the struggle. Thumbnail picture credit: Steve Pavey

Henrietta Lacks died in 1951 but her immortal cells live on. HeLa cells have been instrumental in medical advances that have saved millions of lives. Dr. Sara Reynolds explains why the cells are immortal and shows us a living HeLa cell at her laboratory at Shepherd University. Welcome to Jefferson County, Ms. Lacks!

In 1973, Jim rode along highways and byways to discover the South and to recover from a near-death car accident. Listen as he shares what he learned.

Many long-time cemeteries in Jefferson County are facing neglect and some are threatened by development. Addison Reese is dedicated to preserving and protecting these cemeteries and capturing the history of the people buried there.

Jan Hafer is helping people as they recover from drug addiction. She is a volunteer recovery coach in the number one state for drug abuse: West Virginia. Jan has a family member who successfully overcame addiction and is now helping others do the same. Enjoy the latest video from my series: Interviews in Jefferson County and subscribe for more!

Lisa’s short story was selected by Barbara Kingsolver to win Shepherd University’s 2022 West Virginia Fiction Competition. Barbara provided a detailed critique of Lisa’s story and Lisa shares some of Barbara’s suggestions. Not bad for a novice writer like Lisa to earn advice from a Pulitzer Prize winner!

Jeni Peterson Clark, owner and founder of Westvirjeni flowers, shares tips for older gardeners on easy to grow flowers. She also talks about a wonderful annual Summer Solstice event at her nursery to raise money for breast cancer research.

Eight years later, Jerry Hockman is still enjoying all the features that allow him to “age in place.” Jerry offers some great design suggestions in this video.

National Volunteer Month is upon us! What better time to say thank you to Michelle Goldman and Larry Togans for all their work to keep us healthy during the COVID pandemic?