Barbara Marie Michael 1939-2026 Barbara Marie Michael, age 86, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away peacefully in her sleep from natural causes on Friday, January 16, 2026 War Memorial Hospital Extended Care Facility in Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Born April 23, 1939 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va. she was the daughter of[Read More…]
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Micheria Jo Merica
Micheria Jo Merica 1948-2026 Micheria Jo Merica, age 77, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va. passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026 at her home. Born September 23, 1948 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., she was the daughter of Joseph Lott and Mildred Marie Michael Shambaugh. She was a member of Mt. Olivet[Read More…]
Schools announce winners of County Science Fair
Morgan County Schools annual Science Fair was held Saturday, January 10 at Berkeley Springs High School. Students from Morgan County elementary, middle, and high schools participated in this event. All County first-place winners will compete in the Regional Science Fair at the Ranson Civic Center in Ranson, WV, on Thursday,[Read More…]
Martinsburg stop leads to drug charges against Berkeley Springs woman
A Berkeley Springs woman has been charged with drug trafficking after being stopped by Berkeley County Sheriff’s deputies on January 9 along Hedgesville Road near the intersection of I-81. Crystal A. Burch, 43, was charged with possession of methamphetamine and cocaine with the intent to deliver the drugs. According to[Read More…]
Morgan, panhandle counties still in severe drought
As 2026 begins, the U.S. Drought Monitor reports that Morgan County and the surrounding counties of the panhandle and Potomac Highlands remain in drought. Officials with the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin are watching streamflow and groundwater levels, in addition to drought reporting, to plan water resources for[Read More…]
Preparing for demolition
On Thursday, January 15, the Pallet Factory Bridge over Sleepy Creek was still largely intact but preparations have been underway for demolition of the 1925 structure. Contractors last week removed the asphalt and other road surface layers from the bridge and shortened the bridge wing walls below to lay a[Read More…]
Matthew L. Harvey sworn in as United States Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia
United States Attorney Matthew L. Harvey took his formal oath of office in a special ceremony at Shepherd University on Friday, January 16. U.S. Attorney Harvey was nominated by President Donald J. Trump on June 30, 2025, and confirmed by the U.S. Senate on October 7, 2025. U.S. District Judge[Read More…]
Janet Lynn Arnold
Janet Lynn Arnold 1959-2026 Janet Lynn Arnold, age 66, of Great Cacapon, W.Va., passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Winchester Medical Center. Born December 21, 1959 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Clyde Sirbaugh, Jr. and the late Bernice Darlene Gaither Sirbaugh. She[Read More…]
Indians run record to 6–3 after roller-coaster week on the hardwood
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Indians boys’ basketball program endured a week of highs, lows, comebacks and standout performances as the varsity squad pushed its season record to 6–3 following a split against Keyser and Clear Spring. On Tuesday, January 6, the Indians loaded the buses and traveled to[Read More…]
Paw Paw Pirates surge to 3–4 after back-to-back home victories
by Jamie Harris The Paw Paw Pirates gave their fans plenty to celebrate this week as they defended the Pirate Cove with two impressive home wins, improving their season record to 3-4 and showcasing the kind of momentum that can change the trajectory of a year. Behind the sizzling play[Read More…]
