by Zac Swaim A fast-spreading invasive plant is raising concerns locally and with state officials as Japanese barberry continues to expand in wooded areas in Morgan County and statewide. One local resident reported that dense growth of the shrub is seen along Cold Run Valley, noting that what was once[Read More…]
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Gallion sentenced to more than 50 years for attempted murder, other crimes
Morgan County Circuit Judge Debra McLaughlin handed down sentencing in the felony case against Melvin Gallion of Flintstone, Md. stemming from a domestic violence incident in Berkeley Springs on July 26, 2025 in which Gallion shot a Morgan County deputy. Gallion, 40, was sentenced to 56.5 to 125 years in[Read More…]
Householder is ETC of the Quarter
The Morgan County Emergency Communications Center has selected Marcie Householder as Emergency Telecommunicator (ETC) of the Quarter for October–December 2025. “With an impressive 22 years of dedicated service to Morgan County 911, Marcie has remained a steady and positive presence in the communications center while adapting to the many changes[Read More…]
Gordon-Ann King
Gordon-Ann King 1935-2026 Gordon-Ann King, age 90, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at War Memorial Hospital. Born April 20, 1935 in Tampa, Fla., she was the daughter of the late Gordon and Eunice Clark Sumner. She graduated from Tampa High School and went to[Read More…]
Diehl & Forney go deep as young bats surge despite Lady Indians’ 0–8 start
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…]
Indians and Lady Indians find momentum on the courts
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…]
Lady Pirates make noise in Baker: Paw Paw shines at East Hardy Track & Field Meet
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…]
Berkeley Springs chess players represent West Virginia on national chess stage in Chicago
by Pedro Miguel In the heart of a city that never seems to slow down, among the towering skyscrapers of Chicago and the constant shimmer of the river that runs through it, a group of students from Berkeley Springs experienced far more than a tournament, they experienced a true test[Read More…]
Attorney General reports top scams circulating in WV
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…]
It’s Stacy: Healthy Eats — Redbud iced tea
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…]
