Jefferson Inn Celebrates Third Anniversary by Unveiling Fully Renovated Motel

Three years after taking over the Jefferson Inn, owners Greg and Veronica Cowdrey have quietly transformed the longtime Whitehall motel through extensive renovations, updated amenities and a renewed commitment to customer service - all while working to change outdated perceptions of the property.

The couple said one of their biggest challenges has been convincing local residents and returning travelers that today's Jefferson Inn is far different from the motel many remember from years past.

"We've put a lot of money into it, and we've pushed it hard," Greg said. "The business is up, but a lot...