A prehistoric fossil found in West Virginia is one of 600 rare objects on display from the 50 U.S. states and territories in the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History new exhibit, “From These Lands: Sharing Our Natural and Cultural Heritage.” The exhibition commemorates America’s 250th anniversary through rare objects[Read More…]
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Potomac Edison proposes 3% rate increases in August & next June
by Kate Shunney Public notice has been released by the Public Service Commission of West Virginia that Potomac Edison, the regional electricity company, has proposed a two-step base rate increase on most of the state’s power customers, including households and businesses in Morgan County. If new rates are approved by[Read More…]
Commission approves budget for K-9 in Sheriff’s Department
by Kate Shunney The Morgan County Sheriff’s Department will once again have a K-9 officer on its force, following a vote by the County Commission to approve up to $20,000 for start-up costs to add a trained dog to the department. Funds for the K-9 will come from the county’s[Read More…]
Slow down for summer tourists, Bath Police remind motorists
by Lisa Schauer In his public safety committee report to Bath Town Council on Tuesday, June 16 Police Officer J. Stangle reminded all motorists to slow down at crosswalks now that the busy summer tourism season is underway. Officer Stangle has previously stated in the town’s public meeting that motorists[Read More…]
Nominations open now for annual Chamber business & community awards
The Berkeley Springs – Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 4th Annual Morganite Awards, sponsored by CNB Bank, Inc. The celebration will be held on Thursday, September 17, at the Country Inn of Berkeley Springs. Winners will also serve as[Read More…]
Drugged driver of minors jailed
A Berkeley Springs woman has pled no contest to gross child neglect with risk of serious injury, and DUI with child. Kathleen E. Virts, 31, was the driver in a single-vehicle collision that occurred on Green Oak Road at about 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2025, according to a[Read More…]
County shifts emergency alert service to new provider, asks residents to sign up
by Kate Shunney In an emergency situation, getting reliable information you can use in a timely way can be a literal lifesaver. Morgan County’s Director of Emergency Services wants county residents to get that information through a new free program called Smart911. Smart911 is an app-based emergency alert system that[Read More…]
Supreme Court suspends Magistrate Shambaugh for violations of judicial conduct
by Kate Shunney In an order filed in the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia at 4:52 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, the court has temporarily suspended Morgan County Magistrate Vince Shambaugh from his duties on the bench with pay. Supreme Court of Appeals order According to the court[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs Pride hosts 6th annual Picnic in the Park
Berkeley Springs Pride will host its Sixth Annual Pride Picnic in the Park on Saturday, June 27 at Berkeley Springs State Park. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The picnic bring together residents and visitors for a day filled with music, activities,[Read More…]
Light construction near Rutter’s will impact traffic
Construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of U.S. 522 and Cavendish Drive, which leads to the DMV and Rutter’s, could impact traffic flow on Valley Road. The West Virginia Division of Highways said the signal construction began on June 8. “There will be periodic lane closures and possible[Read More…]
