West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. –Next week May 12-18, 2024, is National Hospital Week, which presents an opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the many community contributions made by hospitals and hospital-based clinicians, caregivers, and support staff. “Community hospitals are essential to the people and places they serve, providing round-the-clock care[Read More…]
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Lady Indians Softball rallies back after opening tournament loss
by Jamie Harris The 2024 WV Class A A Sectional Softball Championships started last week and the #4 seed Berkeley Springs Lady Indians hit the road for a contest at #1 Keyser last Monday, April 29. It was a game that the Tribe wished they could replay as the Golden[Read More…]
Hundreds have voted here as May 14 Primary Election nears
by Kate Shunney Local registered voters have been casting ballots in the May primary election during Early Voting on new machines at the Morgan County Courthouse. Early voting continues through Saturday, May 11 at the Morgan County Clerk’s office. Ballots can be cast at the courthouse during business hours, from[Read More…]
Bypass work moves back to 522
Construction work related to the four-lane U.S. 522 bypass has returned to Valley Road around the clock as of last Monday. Excavation was taking place on the west side of U.S. 522 for the planned roundabout, with the dumping of excavated dirt on the east side of the road. Travel[Read More…]
Water experts use dye to find connection between Lost River & the Cacapon
On the evening of April 30, staff of the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin, in coordination with West Virginia partners, deployed a bright green dye into the lower Lost River. The dye will help scientists understand how water travels underground in a complex geological environment, said event leaders.[Read More…]
USAID to tour Berkeley Springs Water Works
by Trish Rudder The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) will tour the local water department, Berkeley Springs Water Works on Wednesday, May 8. The independent agency of the federal government, which is primarily responsible for administering civilian foreign aid, is hosting its Global Water Workshop from May 5-11 at[Read More…]
Starting Points marks 25 years of service to families and children
by Kate Evans Since 1999, Starting Points of Morgan County has developed programs and worked with local residents and partners to build strong family systems that protect children, boost parenting success and create a stronger community. This month, Starting Points is celebrating its 25th anniversary as a family resource center[Read More…]
School board prepares to hire new superintendent
by Kate Evans Morgan County School Board members are getting ready to hire a new superintendent for Morgan County Schools. School board president Aaron Close said on Monday that the board had interviewed all four finalists for the superintendent’s position and made an offer to one of the finalists last[Read More…]
Darren Lynn Barney
Darren Lynn Barney 1965-2024 Darren Lynn Barney, age 58, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., went home to be with Jesus and to sing in the Hallelujah Band on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family and while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle. Born September[Read More…]
Thomas John Riggleman, Sr.
Thomas John Riggleman, Sr. 1929-2024 Thomas J. Riggleman, Sr., 94, of Berkeley Springs died Friday, May 3, 2024. Born August 18, 1929 in Moorefield the son of Brown and Dale Riggleman. After serving in the United States Army, he worked for General Motors and then as an independent truck driver,[Read More…]
