by Jamie Harris The Paw Paw Pirates boys basketball team battled through a demanding four-game slate this past week, finishing 2–2 and pushing their season record to 9–11. The Pirates picked up a dominant road win at Harman and a strong home victory over Bishop Walsh, while falling to East[Read More…]
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Indians hunt more than myths in Flatwoods: Berkeley Springs claims third at Class AA Division II Regionals
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Indians didn’t make the trip to Flatwoods in search of the legendary Flatwoods Monster. They came for something far more real, a top‑four team finish and tickets to the 2026 WV State Wrestling Championships. The Tribe grapplers delivered. With grit, resilience and six state[Read More…]
Eight Morgan County students will head to state Science Fair
Morgan County Schools sent 19 students and their projects to the 2026 West Virginia Region 8 Science and Engineering Fair at Ranson Civic Center on Thursday, February 5. Students competed with students from seven surrounding counties along with homeschool and virtual school students. Morgan County students brought home several medals[Read More…]
Churches, help us update your listing
Each weekly edition of The Morgan Messenger includes the Church Page (usually page 6 in most weeks) which lists local and area houses of worship, their service times and contact information, along with a clergy member’s name. We always aim to share the most accurate information with our readers, so[Read More…]
Snowfall may offer boost for local soil ahead of growing season
by Zac Swaim This winter’s snowfall may have slowed travel and daily routines, but for gardeners and farmers it could be a welcome development as spring and the planting season approaches. After a growing season marked by dry stretches mixed with heavy downpours, steady winter snow provides a different kind[Read More…]
Local students create climate booklet to educate, inspire action
Students at Wind Dance Farm & Earth Education Center in Morgan County recently designed an art project to help educate the community about climate change. The project’s focal point is a three-foot circular canvas with a painting of the Earth at the center. Radiating outwards from Earth, viewers can see[Read More…]
Valley Health Community Wellness Festival offers screenings, demos
Since 1995, the annual Valley Health Community Wellness Festival has offered health screenings, learning and fun for all ages. The 32nd annual festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, February 28 at the Apple Blossom Mall. The event is free to attend and open to the[Read More…]
International Water Tasting draws a global crowd, shares importance of essential resource
by Lisa Schauer Members of the worldwide water industry descended into town over the weekend for the 36th annual Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting. Awards for water taste and packaging were at stake, symbolizing not only bragging rights, but a marketing advantage in a competitive and growing industry. German author[Read More…]
Bath municipal sales tax yields $402,000 in first year
by Lisa Schauer Town of Bath brought in a total of $402,000 from its new one-percent municipal sales tax in 2025. In a public meeting on Tuesday, February 17, town officials reported $122,000 was received in the fourth quarter, which included tourism-heavy events like the Apple Butter Festival and Winter[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs academic team takes third in regional showdown
The Berkeley Springs High School Academic Showdown team participated in the West Virginia Regional Competition Saturday, February 21, at Shepherd University, competing against Washington High School,. Jefferson High School, Hampshire High School, Frankfort High School and Spring Mills High School. This was the first competition of the year and the[Read More…]
