Betty Friend Ward Fischer 1930-2026 Betty Friend Ward Fischer, age 95, of 215 Fischer Farm Lane, Warfordsburg, Pa., entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Quincy Village, Waynesboro, Pa. Born July 18,1930, in Amaranth, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Amos A. and Ora E.[Read More…]
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Maryland State Administrator of Elections debunks myth of election nationalization
Maryland’s top election official on February 6 made a public statement regarding “recent events and high-profile press statements” that have “suggested the possibility of nationalizing election administration.” The State Administrator of Elections, Jared DeMarinis, issued the following statement to provide corrective information: The United States Constitution is clear: the authority[Read More…]
2026 Election season continues with candidate filings for county, district seats
by Kate Shunney The year’s midterm election cycle is underway in Maryland as candidates are filing to run for a variety of county, district and national offices on the ballot in 2026. Those interested in running for elected office have until February 24 to file the required paperwork to be[Read More…]
Postmark dates may not match the day you mailed your letter, according to U.S. Postal Service
by Kate Shunney A postmark from the United States Postal Service (USPS) has long served for the public as an official confirmation of the date that a mail item was sent, especially items like tax returns or documents that have to meet certain time deadlines. Now, those who use the[Read More…]
Slow dance with your love to some country music
by Geoff Fox With Saturday being Valentine’s Day, there must be some tunes playing as you keep things romantic with your special someone. No genre of music has more of those songs than country music. We’re not talking the stuff on country radio right now. No, we’re talking about country[Read More…]
Spice mix workshop
The Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints will be hosting a free spice mix workshop this Friday, February 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the church located at 200 Douglas Street in Hancock. Learn how to make spice mixes for spaghetti, taco meat, salad dressing, stuffing and[Read More…]
Donna Rae Henry
Donna Rae Henry 1951-2026 Donna Rae Henry, 74, of Martinsburg, W.Va., passed away unexpectedly on February 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 25, 1951, in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., to Donald Edward and Betty Jean Miller Clark. Donna lived a life full of love, devotion and kindness.[Read More…]
Mary Jo Crolley
Mary Jo Crolley 1938-2026 Mrs. Mary Jo Crolley, 87, of Braddock Heights, Md., went to her eternal rest, February 3, 2026, peacefully at her home. Born December 7, 1938, in Morgan County, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Marvin Robert Crouse and the late Dorothy Virginia Michael Crouse.[Read More…]
Bryan Patrick Logsdon
Bryan Patrick Logsdon 1981-2026 Bryan Patrick Logsdon, 44, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. He was born on October 29, 1981, in Naples, Italy. Bryan’s larger‑than‑life personality touched many lives. He always lent a listening ear and was quick to console others, even strangers. His[Read More…]
Marshall Jake “Pap” Stotler
Marshall Jake “Pap” Stotler 1937-2026 Marshall Jake “Pap” Stotler, age 88, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. Born October 8, 1937 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., he was the son of the late Delvie and Nellie Puffinberger Stotler.[Read More…]
