WV Press Association LEWISBURG, W.Va. — With the completion of final exams in mid-December, students at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) are ready for the holiday break, most returning home for the holidays. For Alexandra Crawford, a WVSOM Class of 2026 student, it means returning home to Virginia[Read More…]
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Opinion: Take the kids’ advice
It’s a darn good thing we have kids around to keep the right perspective on life. We grown-ups have a real knack for messing things up in the world, and need to be brought back to sense pretty regularly. Kids are good at that, if we listen to them. You’re[Read More…]
Lady Indians takes win over Southern Fulton, loses on road to Frankfort
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Lady Indians had two games this past week and were able to pick up a win over Southern Fulton (Pa.). However, Berkeley Springs suffered a setback against on the top teams in Class AA Frankfort. On Wednesday, December 13 the Lady Indians hosted the[Read More…]
Indians drop two to open winter season
by Jamie Harris The 2023-24 Berkeley Springs Indians basketball team opened their season up with a pair of games against Class AAA competition. Last Wednesday, December 13 the Indians traveled to Hedgesville for contest with the Eagles. Hedgesville came out fast and aggressive as they rolled to a 61-19 win[Read More…]
Blessings Box wins first place in Bath meter contest
by Trish Rudder The Blessings Box by Brighter Horizons Kids Club won First Place in the “Deck the Meters” contest by the Town of Bath. Bath Municipal Court Clerk, Breauna Farris, who was in charge of the contest said the winners were voted on by the public through the Town[Read More…]
County gets state funds for peer recovery, school officer
Federal funds handed down through state agencies will come to county government locally to continue two programs already in place in Morgan County. The Morgan County Commission has received a $25,000 grant under the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program (COSSAP) to expand and improve substance use and mental[Read More…]
Flu, COVID-19 cases are on the rise
by Kate Evans Cases of COVID-19, seasonal influenza and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are increasing locally and nationwide with holiday gatherings and people spending more time indoors. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officials issued a December 14 health alert about the low levels of vaccinations for flu, COVID[Read More…]
Baked Pineapple recipe for Christmas dinner
by Trish Rudder Baked ham is on the menu for Christmas dinner at my house and baked pineapple is an easy side dish that is always appreciated. Ham and baked pineapple are also served at Easter along with fresh asparagus to welcome spring. Baked Pineapple: 1 20 oz. can crushed[Read More…]
Santa checks on Paw Paw Christmas lists
Santa visited the Ladies Auxiliary at American Legion Post 128 in Paw Paw on Sunday, December 17 to hear the kids’ lists and check if they were naughty or nice. He visited with Timmy Mendez and Jayden Kidwell along with many other children. submitted photos
William Nyal Gilbert
William Nyal Gilbert 1935-2023 William Nyal Gilbert, 88, of Paw Paw, West Virginia, passed away near his home on Friday, December 8, 2023. He was born June 8, 1935 at Castlewood, Virginia and was the son of the late William Paul Gilbert and Sallie Frances (Parrott) Gilbert. He retired after[Read More…]
