by Kate Evans Around 40 Morgan County Schools upcoming sixth through twelfth graders enjoyed a variety of fun activities at the 11th annual MC After 3 Summer Camp at Cacapon State Park. The free camp started July 22 and runs Monday through Friday until this Friday, August 2 Campers gather[Read More…]
News
Morgan County Expo fills several venues, showcases local talents
by Lisa Schauer For the first time in its lengthy tradition, the Morgan County Expo was held at the Ice House as well as Berkeley Springs State Park, with displays also housed at Hunter’s Hardware this past Saturday, July 27. At different times over the years, the expo has been[Read More…]
Drought triggers emergency declaration, call for reduced water use
by Kate Shunney West Virginia Governor Jim Justice declared a State of Emergency across the state last Friday, July 26 due to “a prolonged shortage of rainfall” that has caused drought conditions in all 55 counties. “This drought has plagued West Virginia farmers, putting them at risk of losing everything,”[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs man jailed after stolen vehicle recovered
Jeremy S. Davis, 36, of Berkeley Springs was arrested by warrant on Wednesday, July 24. Davis has been charged with grand larceny and felony escape in connection with a vehicle reported stolen, according to a criminal complaint filed in Morgan County Magistrate Court by West Virginia State Trooper B.A. Meyers.[Read More…]
Public water meters being checked for inaccurate readings
by Trish Rudder Some 80 public water meters have been replaced over the last two months said Berkeley Springs Water Works superintendent Rick Mayhew. He said the Warm Springs Public Service District general manager Scott Crunkleton brought it to the town’s attentions and said the meters could be off. The[Read More…]
Work, service & impact of local businessman prompts bank resolution
Recognizing the widespread impact, longtime contributions and influence of the late real estate developer J. Philip Kesecker, the Board of Directors of CNB Bank made an official resolution in Kesecker’s honor and presented it to members of his family at their most recent board meeting. Charles Trump IV, board president[Read More…]
Banks to focus on staffing, dialogue & mental health supports as he steps back into Superintendent role
by Kate Evans New Morgan County Schools Superintendent David Banks is settling into his new job that began July 1. Banks previously served as Morgan County Schools Superintendent for 10 years from 2007 until 2017. Banks then worked in Berkeley County Schools for four years, first as Assistant Superintendent of[Read More…]
Bath council not sure water rate hike is enough, holds back from state filing
by Trish Rudder A Town of Bath ordinance to institute a 20% water rate increase has not yet been submitted to the state Public Service Commission (PSC) for approval yet. The ordinance, which passed a second reading on July 2, also included new charges for taps and additional services. Councilman[Read More…]
Sheriff says Paw Paw mayor owes officers an apology, spread false information
by Kate Shunney Morgan County Sheriff K.C. Bohrer told Morgan County Commissioners last week that Paw Paw Mayor Darlene Abe made false statements to them about police coverage in her town, and was insulting to officers in the Sheriff’s Department and the West Virginia State Police. Bohrer said he was[Read More…]
County takes step toward bond financing for new wellness center
by Kate Shunney The Morgan County Commission held its first reading of an ordinance that would authorize the creation and sale of lease revenue bonds in the amount of $2.7 million to pay for design and construction of a county wellness center. Commissioners have been pursuing the option to buy[Read More…]
