by Kate Shunney Voters in Morgan County turned out in modest numbers for the May 12 primary election in this mid-term season, casting ballots during 10 days of early voting and on Tuesday, May 12 at 13 precincts around Morgan County on a clear and sunny day. According to preliminary[Read More…]
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Ercel Buford Ruppenthal III
Ercel Buford Ruppenthal III 1939-2026 Ercel Buford Ruppenthal III, lovingly known to friends and family as “Sandy,” was born on December 25, 1939, and passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on May 10, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and faithful Christian whose life was[Read More…]
County used $3.47 million in ARPA funds in compliance with law, say state auditors
by Kate Shunney The office of West Virginia State Auditor Mark Hunt has returned an audit of Morgan County’s use of COVID recovery funds, finding county officials complied with the federal rules for spending and tracking $3.47 million between May of 2023 and December 31, 2025. At the end of[Read More…]
Senior Life Services looks to extend reach through community centers, bigger meal routes
Morgan County’s agency serving older adults is planning an expansion of their nutrition and social services into more communities around the county, they announced last week. “Senior Life Services of Morgan County is pleased to announce an exciting expansion of its programs and services in the upcoming fiscal year. Building[Read More…]
Barbara Haskell
Barbara Haskell Barbara (Bobbi) Haskell, 71, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, in the home she built, with her husband of 50 years by her side, surrounded by those who loved her most. She is survived by her devoted husband, Marty, and her loving children, Christopher Haskell and Tiffany[Read More…]
Hours expanded for beer garden at Apple Butter Festival, Rail Trail progress being seen
by Lisa Schauer In a public meeting held on Tuesday, May 5, Terri Beard, representing Berkeley Springs – Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, signed a memorandum of understanding with Bath Town Council to produce the 51st annual Apple Butter Festival from Friday, October 9 to Sunday, October 11. Beard said[Read More…]
Local athlete heads for global Iron Man competition
by Lisa Schauer Herb Spicer, 71, of Great Cacapon departs today for Florida to compete in the Iron Man global series — his 15th triathlon — this Saturday, May 16 in Jacksonville. The course consists of a 2.4-mile swim down a river, a 112-mile bike ride around the city, and[Read More…]
Officers honored for valor in domestic shoot-out last July
Morgan County Sheriff Johnnie Walter and Chief Deputy Eric Widmeyer last week honored two officers who were the primary responders to a violent domestic incident in July of 2025 in which a resident and child narrowly escaped becoming victims of an armed and violent assailant. “Everyone thinks nothing happens here,[Read More…]
It’s Stacy: Healthy Eats — Strawberry Pie
Strawberry pie I was reading that Glascock’s had their first ever April strawberries at the farmer’s market. There’s nothing sweeter than a freshly picked strawberry that is still warm from the sun, bright red, and bursting with flavor. They make the best desserts and jams and are just as perfect[Read More…]
Birding along the Cacapon reveals diversity of species
by Peter Wood Editor’s note: This is part of a series appearing throughout the year about the creatures, plants and people in and around the Cacapon River. The Cacapon River watershed is a marvel. A wonder, full of life in the steep forested hillsides, the wavy grass pastures and the[Read More…]
