Photographer Mark Schwenk of Berkeley Springs has had three of his photographs selected to be included in the inaugural Nature Photography Competition & Exhibition this fall at Arcadian Gallery in Cumberland. “Mark Schwenk has an eye for conservation and forest restoration close to home,” said gallery director Christopher Sloan in[Read More…]
Local Lifestyle
South Morgan Yard Party returns for Labor Day
A decades-old tradition in the southern end of Morgan County is returning this Labor Day weekend. South Morgan Volunteer Fire Company’s Annual Yard Party will be held on Saturday, September 5 starting at 1 p.m. Ham and chicken dinners will be served from a 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The[Read More…]
Slices of county life fill park for Morgan County Expo
by Geoff Fox It was a hot and muggy day in Berkeley Springs, but folks still made it out to the Berkeley Springs State Park for the Morgan County Expo on Saturday, August 15. There were a number of booths lining the park, ranging from outreach organizations to political parties[Read More…]
Too many tomatoes? Make ‘em an offer they can’t refuse
by Lisa Schauer Late summer in Morgan County has long signaled the onslaught of tomatoes. Plants carefully tended all growing season are now yielding their perishable fruit. Time is of the essence when a bumper crop of tomatoes presents itself. Blanching makes sense. Just boil tomatoes for a couple minutes,[Read More…]
Inspired Chaos earns inaugural Bath in Bloom award
by Lisa Schauer Local retail shop Inspired Chaos has earned the Town of Bath’s first Bath in Bloom award for their stellar garden. “The Bath in Bloom award celebrates more than exceptional landscaping. It celebrates the people behind the gardens. It recognizes those whose dedication helps preserve the unique character[Read More…]
Community celebration marks America 250
by Lisa Schauer A crowd of locals and representatives from various community service organizations gathered at Berkeley Springs State Park on Friday, July 24 to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with music, speeches and cupcakes. Tri-state Honor Guard from Alderton-Dawson American Legion Post 60 presented the colors as part of the[Read More…]
Surveying Morgan County: Born’s profession takes her in the footsteps of history
by Kate Shunney There aren’t too many women who can say they have followed in the footsteps of George Washington. While the first president is remembered by history as a great general and father of America, here in Morgan County he is also known as the young surveyor who marked[Read More…]
Volunteers needed this Saturday for “Christmas in July” work session
by Lisa Schauer Bath Christmas Project is hosting their second annual Christmas in July event this Saturday, July 25. Community volunteers are needed to help freshen up the town’s Christmas decorations before its time to deck the halls again in November. Anyone with electrical skills, painting ability, or an interest[Read More…]
Weber Brothers pack the park with powerful performance
by Lisa Schauer Hometown favorite The Weber Brothers packed Berkeley Springs State Park on Saturday, July 11 with a high-energy performance of original and classic rockabilly tunes. Currently on tour with their most recent album, this magnetic duo had people on their feet dancing and laughing along with their witty[Read More…]
Guardian of the Appalachians wins people’s pick for Best Photo
During 10 days of voting on The Morgan Messenger’s Facebook page, readers and followers picked their favorite top photo from the 2026 Morgan County Photo Contest with avid “likes” and complimentary comments. With 54 votes, Kasey Perry’s photo, “Guardian of the Appalachians,” won the People’s Choice voting. West Virginia’s state[Read More…]
