With the temperature starting to get warmer, it’s time to hit the water to cool off. The Stanley Fulton Memorial Splash Park in Hancock’s Widmeyer Park officially opened last Thursday, June 5. The free splash pad was supposed to open Memorial Day weekend, but low temperatures and threats of rain[Read More…]
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School Superintendent David Banks gets high marks in his evaluation
by Kate Evans The Morgan County School Board commended School Superintendent David Banks on a productive year after completing Banks’ annual evaluation at their March 27 meeting. School board president Aaron Close said in a statement that they were eyeing continued growth and highlighted “significant progress across key strategic goals[Read More…]
Paw Paw voters elect council, recorder
During early voting and election day voting at Paw Paw Town Hall on Tuesday, June 3, town voters chose five members of the Paw Paw council and a town recorder. All council members were unopposed in their campaign for a seat on the council. The results as reported by town[Read More…]
Huber is new Student Support Services, Special Education Director for Morgan County Schools
by Kate Evans Rebecca Huber, currently Warm Springs Intermediate School Principal, was named the new Special Education Director and Director of Student Support Services for Morgan County Schools at the June 3 Morgan County School Board meeting. Huber will begin her new position on July 1. As Director of Student[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs State Park seeks input on Washington bathtub plans
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is seeking input for 15 days, from stakeholders for proposed work to be performed at Berkeley Springs State Park. Park officials are proposing “restoration of the replica of George Washington’s Bathtub using period bricks that match the original ones and to install a[Read More…]
Regional meetings set for community feedback about behavioral health resources
West Virginia 988 and Behavioral Health will be hosting regional meetings around the state to share information about state and local resources to support health and wellbeing. “We want to also hear from you about what is working and what is needed in your community. Your voice matters, and together[Read More…]
Michael Charles Anderson
Michael Charles Anderson 1951-2025 Michael Charles Anderson, 73, of Hancock Md., passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, peacefully at home with his children by his side, holding his hands. Born June 4, 1951, he was the son of Charles “Bud” and Jemma Anderson. Born and raised in Star Junction, Pa.,[Read More…]
Patsy Ann Hutchinson
Patsy Ann Hutchinson 1955-2025 Patsy Ann Hutchinson, age 69, of Great Cacapon, W.Va., passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Care Haven Nursing Home in Martinsburg, W.Va. Born December 19, 1955 in Winchester, Va., she was the daughter of the late Randall Jerry and Ruby Hogbin Crouse. Patsy was[Read More…]
Sophie Creek
Sophie Creek 1939-2025 Sophie “LaVerne” Creek, age 85, of Hancock, Md., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 30, 2025. Sophie was born August 12, 1939 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va. She was the daughter of the late Lewis J. Hendershot, Sr. and the late Hazel “Peg”[Read More…]
Hageny sets school record, earns All-State Honors at State Track & Field Championships
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Indians girls track and field team wrapped up their season this past weekend at the West Virginia Class AA State Track & Field Championships at Laidley Field in Charleston, showcasing determination, grit, and a record-setting performance. Leading the way for the Lady Indians was[Read More…]
