by Trish Rudder Born and raised in Southern Morgan County, Dale Beahn, now 96, recalls the excitement of his early years at sea and as a soldier. At the age of 16, in June of 1945, Beahn was able to join the Merchant Marines. He said he wanted to do[Read More…]
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They were the first Morgan County men to be called up, Part II
by Terry Golden Editor’s note: This is the second in a two-part series. An introduction to George Biggs and Wilbur Harden appeared in last week’s issue of The Messenger. Read it here. The Morgan County Historical and Genealogical Society members research local history and enjoy sharing their findings with others. [Read More…]
Youth Art Exhibit opens March 1
The Morgan Arts Council and Morgan County Schools celebrate National Youth Art Month with their annual exhibit of artwork created by local youth, showing at the Ice House in Berkeley Springs. Hiroko Rubin is the curator. Rubin commented, “It is time once again to showcase the artistic talents of students[Read More…]
It’s Stacy — Healthy Eats: Strawberry Spinach Salad
Strawberry Spinach Salad March is “National Nutrition Month.” National Nutrition Month started in 1973 as National Nutrition Week, and it became a month-long observance in 1980. This year’s theme is “Beyond the Table,” which includes getting out of your food comfort zone by trying a new food, a new recipe,[Read More…]
They were the first Morgan County men to be called up, Part I
by Terry Golden Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part article. The Morgan County Historical and Genealogical Society members research local history and enjoy sharing their findings with others. There are 325 names on the World War Memorial on Fairfax Street in Berkeley Springs. These are just a[Read More…]
Winning Waters: Top waters from four continents picked at International Water Tasting
The Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting presented awards to waters from four continents. Judges tasted 100 waters entered from five continents. Municipal water The municipal water category saw a U.S. sweep. All three medalists have formerly been awarded gold at the festival. Santa Ana, Calif. took home their third Gold[Read More…]
International waters vie for awards here this weekend
The Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting, set for this Saturday, February 24, has attracted waters from more than a dozen countries, and states from California to Florida. Held at The Country Inn, the event – now in its 34th year — is the largest and longest-running water tasting in the[Read More…]
University students to exhibit art at Off 70 Studio in Hancock Saturday
Off 70 Studio in Hancock will host a free art exhibit of recent work of the MFA candidates in George Mason’s School of Art on Saturday, February 24 from noon to 2 p.m. The art will be on display in the windows of the downtown Hancock gallery. Attendees can meet[Read More…]
It’s Stacy: Healthy Eats –Valentine’s Day Trail Mix
My Great Grandmother, Arizona Henry, was always looking for new gift-giving ideas that were healthy and did not cost a lot of money. Since red was her favorite color and Valentine’s Day is this week, I tried to create a recipe that she might approve of. Grandma was not a[Read More…]
How to map out a perfect summer garden
by Lisa Schauer Snow might still be in our future, but this time of year is ideal for dreaming up the perfect summer garden and making plans to ensure it’s a success. Planning a garden is a matter of personal taste, available resources, plant compatibility, and defense against pests, blight,[Read More…]
