Catherine Ann Shoemaker 1939-2026 Catherine Ann Shoemaker, 86, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va. passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at her home. Born August 29, 1939, she was the daughter of Herbert and Irene Souders Waugh. Catherine was a high school graduate. She worked at London Fog as a seamstress,[Read More…]
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Sally Diane Largent
Sally Diane Largent 1940-2026 Sally Diane Largent, 85, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026 at UPMC Western Maryland in Cumberland, Md. Born December 31, 1940 in Huntington, W.Va. she was the daughter of Clay and Edith Martin Wilcox. Sally was a high school graduate. She worked as a 7-11[Read More…]
Valley Health releases results of 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment, seeks organizations for grant program
Valley Health has shared the findings of the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment that was conducted last year, and has introduced the 2026 Community Partnership Grant program that will help fund some community action to meet those needs. Valley Health completes a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) every three years.[Read More…]
It’s Stacy: Healthy Eats –Valentine’s Easy Peasy Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Valentine’s Easy Peasy Chocolate Covered Strawberries Don’t fall into the trap of spending a fortune on lavish gifts this Valentine’s Day when you can create something meaningful with your own hands. These chocolate-covered strawberries are easy, delicious, and just fancy enough to feel special without breaking the bank. My[Read More…]
Low-income energy assistance applications open now
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) will now accept applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP), a federally funded program assists eligible West Virginians with home heating costs, from Monday, February 2, through Friday, February 20, or until funding is exhausted. Eligibility for LIEAP benefits is[Read More…]
Braving the cold for the police
Over 30 people braved the cold weather on Saturday, January 31 to attend a rally in front of the Morgan County Courthouse in support of law enforcement. Dick Voorhaar said the “Show our Support” event was put together to publicly recognize law enforcement officers and the “tough job they do”[Read More…]
County taps opioid fund for 911 equipment upgrade
by Kate Shunney Morgan County Commissioners and the county’s 911 Director agreed last week on the funding structure for an upgrade of the county’s emergency call-handling equipment. Morgan County 911 will see their Motorola call-handling software upgraded to VESTA NXT, which will modernize dispatching processes in emergencies. The system allows[Read More…]
County preparing to lease old Animal Control facility to animal non-profit
by Kate Shunney The house that once held Morgan County’s Animal Control offices and provided housing for animal control officers will get a new life as a facility to care for local animals. Morgan County Commissioners last week voted 3-0 in favor of drafting a two-year lease agreement with a[Read More…]
French Creek Freddie predicts more winter for West Virginia
French Creek Freddie, the state’s official weather-predicting groundhog, predicted six more weeks of winter during the annual Groundhog Day celebration at the West Virginia State Wildlife Center in Upshur County During the annual event, which was attended by 150 visitors from across the state, Gov. Morrisey joined West Virginia Division[Read More…]
Commissioners will hold public hearing on Feb. 18 about commercial ambulance fee structure
by Kate Shunney Morgan County Commissioners have set another public hearing to take comments from residents and business owners about a method to collect a county ambulance fee from commercial entities. The hearing will be held on Wednesday, February 18 at 11:30 a.m. in the County Commission meeting room of[Read More…]
