Berkeley Springs Pride is hosting numerous free events for the public throughout the summer season. They have announced the following upcoming events: Friday, June 12 — Fab Friday Youth Pool Party, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at Berkeley Springs State Park – ages 12-18 Friday, June 26—Pride Kick Off Party at The[Read More…]
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Morgan County voters renew special school levy, favor incumbents, add Hessler to school board
by Kate Shunney Voters in Morgan County turned out in modest numbers for the May 12 primary election in this mid-term season, casting ballots during 10 days of early voting and on Tuesday, May 12 at 13 precincts around Morgan County on a clear and sunny day. According to preliminary[Read More…]
County used $3.47 million in ARPA funds in compliance with law, say state auditors
by Kate Shunney The office of West Virginia State Auditor Mark Hunt has returned an audit of Morgan County’s use of COVID recovery funds, finding county officials complied with the federal rules for spending and tracking $3.47 million between May of 2023 and December 31, 2025. At the end of[Read More…]
Senior Life Services looks to extend reach through community centers, bigger meal routes
Morgan County’s agency serving older adults is planning an expansion of their nutrition and social services into more communities around the county, they announced last week. “Senior Life Services of Morgan County is pleased to announce an exciting expansion of its programs and services in the upcoming fiscal year. Building[Read More…]
Hours expanded for beer garden at Apple Butter Festival, Rail Trail progress being seen
by Lisa Schauer In a public meeting held on Tuesday, May 5, Terri Beard, representing Berkeley Springs – Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, signed a memorandum of understanding with Bath Town Council to produce the 51st annual Apple Butter Festival from Friday, October 9 to Sunday, October 11. Beard said[Read More…]
Officers honored for valor in domestic shoot-out last July
Morgan County Sheriff Johnnie Walter and Chief Deputy Eric Widmeyer last week honored two officers who were the primary responders to a violent domestic incident in July of 2025 in which a resident and child narrowly escaped becoming victims of an armed and violent assailant. “Everyone thinks nothing happens here,[Read More…]
Birding along the Cacapon reveals diversity of species
by Peter Wood Editor’s note: This is part of a series appearing throughout the year about the creatures, plants and people in and around the Cacapon River. The Cacapon River watershed is a marvel. A wonder, full of life in the steep forested hillsides, the wavy grass pastures and the[Read More…]
County hosts 44th annual West Virginia Historic Preservation Conference
by Lisa Schauer For the first time, Morgan County is hosting the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia’s annual three-day conference and awards banquet, concluding at the Ice House. The conference began on Tuesday, May 12 and continues through Thursday, May 14. The alliance supports preservation of West Virginia’s historic places.[Read More…]
Shift supervisor at local restaurant pleads guilty to sexual assault
A 24-year-old shift supervisor at a local restaurant pleaded guilty in Morgan County Circuit Court to third degree sexual assault on Thursday, May 7. Bruce S. Garzon-Earthman, of unknown address, was 23 when the assault occurred in the break room at work. The victim was under the age of 16[Read More…]
Pious Ridge barn fire draws area companies
A barn fire on Monday evening brought fire companies to Pious Ridge as the structure became fully involved. Units from Berkeley Springs, Great Cacapon and Hancock responded, getting the fire under control by 8 p.m. Fire officials said the structure was a total loss. No information was available about the[Read More…]
