Comedian Norm Macdonald Passes at 61
Comedian and Ex Saturday Night Live Host Norm Macdonald died of leukemia in Pasadena, California, on Sept. 14. The news came as a shock, as Read More
Town Water Rate Increases, Shepherd Continues Energy Savings
The Corporation of Shepherdstown recently implemented a 5% water rate increase, but that won’t stop Shepherd University’s environmental efficiency initiatives, said university Vice President of Read More
‘Genshin Impact’ Prepares Celebrations for its First Anniversary
On Sept. 28, 2020, “Genshin Impact” was released globally on PC, IOS, Android, and PS4 platforms and has rapidly become one of the most popular Read More
Picket launches “The Sound of Shepherd” playlist
Picket reporter Audrey Chapman released a new playlist called “The Sound of Shepherd.” Chapman curated the playlist from song suggestions made by Shepherd University students, Read More
A Conversation With Chauncey Winbush
In a recent interview, I spoke with Shepherd University Vice President of Athletics & Rams Football Alum Chauncey Winbush. In our conversation, we discussed how Read More
The Reality of COVID on Shepherd Campus
SHEPHERDSTOWN — With an increase in COVID cases due to the Delta variant as well as nationwide vaccine hesitancy, Shepherd students and faculty face the Read More
7,300 Days — A Different World
On Sept. 11, 2001, newspaper headlines were dominated by the Dallas Cowboys’ loss to Tampa Bay in a season opening game. Microsoft was gearing up Read More
Afghanistan, Simplified
As the U.S. marks the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks and the end of the Afghan war, Picket reporter Hunter Hayward looks Read More
Rams Rally to Defeat Panthers
Shepherdstown, WV – Junior Quarterback Tyson Bagent threw for 346 yards while completing 27-of-37 passes to lead the Rams to a 35 – 30 victory Read More
Shepherd University Resumes In-Person Classes, Pandemic Continues
The Shepherd University campus reconvened for in-person classes on August 23, 2021, for the first time since early last year. On March 18, 2020, Shepherd Read More
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Review (Spoiler Free)
Shang-Chi is a remarkable new entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe canon. It has a lot to offer to a broad, broad audience, and successfully Read More
Late Summer Local Eats: WV Findings
With divine cuisine across the globe, right here in the Eastern Panhandle, there’s a multitude of spices and dishes to try. Food is a part Read More