The National Academies Forum on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders will host a public webinar on Thursday, December 5 exploring effective models to address mental health and substance use disorders. The free webinar will highlight strategies for successful and equitable abatement for state and local jurisdictions receiving opioid settlement[Read More…]
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School board approves hiring of after-school employees and coaches
by Kate Evans The Morgan County School Board approved the following personnel changes at their November 19 meeting, which included hiring after-school personnel and coaches and approving several leaves of absence. Berkeley Springs High School Assistant Principal/Athletic Director Jason Smith was granted a paid leave of absence from October 2[Read More…]
VFW makes another large donation to Hospice
The VFW Post 4019 hosted a chili cookoff in November with $17,000 of proceeds going to Hospice of the Panhandle. “We greatly appreciate what you do for veterans,” said Commander Arthur Schur. Pictured, from left, are Dick Voorhaas, chaplain; Matt Butts, junior vice commander; Linda Snidemiller, president, Ladies Auxiliary; Maria[Read More…]
Brenda Kay Yost
Brenda Kay Yost 1958-2024 Brenda Kay Yost, age 66, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at War Memorial Hospital. Born October 23, 1958 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., she was the daughter of Richard and Rosalie Yost. She loved taking care of animals and spending time[Read More…]
County approves investigator for prosecutor’s office, paid with opioid settlement funds
by Kate Shunney In an effort to move criminal cases through the courts more quickly and save on the county’s jail bill, the Morgan County Commission voted to hire a part-time investigator for the Prosecuting Attorney’s office. The position will be paid for out of proceeds from West Virginia’s opioid[Read More…]
America’s favorite fall flavor: It’s the Great Pumpkin
by Lisa Schauer Walk down the “American food” section of an overseas grocery store, and you’ll find canned pumpkin, alongside peanut butter, maple syrup, ketchup, mustard, relish, and processed foods like pastries and snack cakes. Yet pumpkin stands out as a superfood among America’s favorites. Loaded with protein and fiber,[Read More…]
Snow days will be days off for county students this year
by Kate Evans The Morgan County School Board decided that the first five snow days this winter will be days off for local students. Board members approved the calendar change for inclement weather at their November 12 meeting. Days 1-5 of inclement weather school closings will now be snow days[Read More…]
State’s burn ban lifted
The recent statewide ban on all types of outdoor burning expired on Friday, November 15. This comes after the state received significant rainfall. The ban was lifted at the request of the Division of Forestry. “After some much-needed rainfall, our experts at Forestry have advised me that it’s safe to[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs High School Fishing Club hosts veterans for annual tourney
On November 10, the Berkeley Springs High School Fishing Club held their annual Veterans Appreciation Tournament. The club had 10 veterans that showed up to fish with the team and many of them got to fish with a student competitor. All of the nine boats that competed in the tournament[Read More…]
Annual Winter Fest Parade gets in gear for December 7
by Trish Rudder The Bath Christmas Project Inc. received approval from the Town of Bath to use the Berkeley Springs train depot lot for the Annual WinterFest parade entrees’ line up on Saturday, December 7 from 2 to 9 p.m. At the November 5 Bath Town Council meeting, the town[Read More…]
