Melvin J. Shives, Jr. 1932-2026 Melvin J. Shives, Jr. (Jimmy), born September 5, 1932, died June 9, 2026, he was the son of Melvin and Rosella Shives of Needmore, Pa. He was married to Doris Wagner on June 2, 1952. Jimmy was owner and operator of Shives Excavating and Shives[Read More…]
Latest News
Police investigate tractor trailer accident
by Geoff Fox Maryland State Police are continuing their investigation into a tractor-trailer accident that tied up traffic on Interstate 68 in the early hours of Sunday morning, June 7. According to a Maryland State Police spokesperson, troopers from the Hagerstown Barrack responded to westbound I68 around 1:54 a.m. near[Read More…]
Free summer concerts return to the Ice House
The Morgan Arts Council (MAC) announces the continuation of its free Friday Night concerts at the Ice House on the Charlotte’s Cafe Garden Stage, part of its MAC Summer Series. This year will be a promising and unforgettable season of live music. The first show of the season is Friday,[Read More…]
Starliper is among Girl Scout Women of Distinction named for 2026
Each year, Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital (GSCNC) honors Women of Distinction who are leaders in their communities and model the positive impact Girl Scouts can make. This year, they are proud to recognize Angelina Gray, Trish Starliper and Mary Shipe Duke. Trish Starliper (Morgan) of Berkeley Springs has demonstrated exceptional[Read More…]
Roy Bobby Hovermale
Roy Bobby Hovermale 1936-2026 Roy Bobby Hovermale was born December 11, 1936 on Highland Ridge in Berkeley Springs, W.Va. He passed from this life into his forever eternity on June 4, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. He was under the care of Dr. Andrew Berens and had daily care[Read More…]
Flood risk for Warm Springs Run examined in new study
by Lisa Schauer For the first time since the completion of the U.S. 522 bypass, a preliminary planning study of Warm Springs Run has been conducted, paid for by the USDA. The purpose of the study is to analyze the run’s flood risks, according to project leader Rebecca MacLeod with[Read More…]
Flag Day is June 14
Proudly display your American flag on Flag Day, Sunday, June 14 to show your support for our great nation. If you have a worn out flag: Under the U.S. Flag Code, an unserviceable American flag should be retired in a dignified manner. The most common methods are burning (the preferred[Read More…]
Nannie Mae Spears
Nannie Mae Spears 1933-2026 Nannie Mae Spears (Cameron), 92, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on June 1, 2026, at Allegany Health in Cumberland, Md. Born on November 14, 1933, in Front Royal, Va., she was the daughter of the late Scott Glenn Cameron and the late Brucie Mae Mahoney[Read More…]
Amid rain, officials still watching drought & promoting conservation steps
by Kate Shunney The Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin watches the water supply of the nation’s capital closely, and in even greater detail the last two years as a persistent drought hangs on in Maryland, West Virginia and parts of Virginia and Pennsylvania. Conditions in the areas that[Read More…]
Aaron Matthew Barker
Aaron Matthew Barker 1978-2026 A superhero has passed. Aaron Matthew Barker went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Born April 15, 1978 in Hagerstown, Maryland, he was the son of the late Johnny E. Barker, Jr. and the late Linda Kay (Clingerman) Barker. Aaron was full[Read More…]
