Founded in 1893 by S.S. Buzzerd
by Jamie Harris The wins haven’t come yet for the Berkeley Springs Lady Indians varsity softball team, but something else is beginning to surface, belief built on power, fight and a young core that refuses to fold. After another demanding week that included three home losses and one dramatic road[Read More…]
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs High School Indians and Lady Indians tennis teams logged a busy and productive week on the courts, facing a tough Class AAAA opponent on the road before rebounding with strong performances at home under picture-perfect conditions. The Tribe opened the week on Monday, March[Read More…]
by Jamie Harris When the Paw Paw Pirates packed up and headed east to Baker for the East Hardy Track & Field Meet, they returned home without a team win, but make no mistake, the Lady Pirates left their mark in emphatic fashion. Powered by dominant performances from defending state[Read More…]
The West Virginia Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division is committed to keeping West Virginians informed about the latest scams targeting our communities. The Attorney General’s Office recently launched a new, updated website. There, you can find information on scams, including the top scams reported each month. It can be found[Read More…]
Redbud iced tea After a long, cold, and dark winter, I can’t help but notice how beautiful the colors in people’s yards look as I drive to and from work. The warmth and sunlight bring everything back to life, revealing a vibrant array of colors that is refreshing after months[Read More…]
April is observed in West Virginia as Family Strengthening and Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to bring attention to the effectiveness of early family support as the best prevention against the mistreatment of children. Organizers with Prevent Child Abuse West Virginia emphasize that the message of April is this:[Read More…]
Dee Slough Tribute “Live Ferociously” We remember and celebrate the life of Dee Slough, lovingly known as “The Honey Badger,” who went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 31. At 73 years young, Dee lived with a spirit that was strong, joyful, and unmistakably full of life. She[Read More…]
Jacquelyn Marie Lewis 1952-2026 Jacquelyn Marie Lewis, age 73, of Great Cacapon, W.Va., passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at War Memorial Hospital. Born December 16, 1952 in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Madeline DiBattista Apici. She was a high school graduate. Jackie[Read More…]
Denise L. Wachter Denise Lynne Wachter, 74, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died Sunday, March 29, 2026 at UMPC Carlisle Hospital. Services will be announced by Helsley-Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 95 Union Street, Berkeley Springs at a later date.
Sandra Kay Sheppard 1940-2026 Sandra Kay Sheppard, 85, of Rohrersville, Md., passed away on March 26, 2026, peacefully at home. She was born in Brunswick on August 2, 1940, to Charles and Louise (Kline) Carter. Sandra graduated from Brunswick High School in 1958 and went on to build a dedicated[Read More…]
