Buckhannon seeks pothole reports while preparing fall paving list
Buckhannon residents are urged to report potholes to City Hall as crews begin fall patching. The city hopes to finish work by mid-October, before cold weather affects paving quality.
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FEMA and flood recovery town hall set for Tuesday at the Event Center at Brushy Fork
Buckhannon and Upshur County will host a FEMA flood recovery town hall Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 6:30 p.m. at The Event Center at Brushy Fork. Residents can learn about assistance, resources and next steps, ask questions in person or submit them by email.
Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for September 15, 2026
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
Upshur County grand jury returns 25 indictments in September term
An Upshur County grand jury returned 25 indictments in the September 2026 term, according to the grand jury press report.
Upshur County residents question whether proposed fire fee increase will address staffing
Firefighters and community members discussed Upshur County’s proposed fire fee increase at a recent Q&A. How could it be used? Would it address manpower needs? Is the $10/year increase enough? The measure will appear on the November 3 general election ballot.
Tire amnesty and free paper shredding scheduled at Buckhannon’s Public Works Facility
Buckhannon Public Works will host tire amnesty Sept. 19 and free paper shredding Sept. 26 at 395 Mud Lick Road.
Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for September 14, 2026
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
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Wesleyan’s Reyna Dalton named MEC Women’s Defensive Player of the Week
West Virginia Wesleyan goalkeeper Reyna Dalton earned MEC Women’s Defensive Player of the Week honors after making 19 saves and posting consecutive shutouts against Concord and Glenville State.
WVWC’s Dillon named MEC Female Cross-Country Runner of the Week
West Virginia Wesleyan junior Lindsey Dillon was named MEC Women’s Cross-Country Runner of the Week after finishing 20th of 126 runners in 23:33.8 at the RMU Colonial Invitational. She placed first among all MEC competitors.
B-UMS cross-country teams have strong runs in Chick-Fil-A Invitational; boys finish third, girls eighth
Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School’s boys placed third among 18 teams at the Chick-Fil-A Invitational, led by Felix Stump’s seventh-place run. The girls finished eighth among 16 teams, with Taylor Wright leading in 17th.
On the City of Buckhannon calendar: September 14-18, 2026
Buckhannon’s Sept. 14-18 calendar features public board and council meetings, curbside recycling and a free songwriters workshop. The CAC Gallery also continues “The Vital Actants” exhibit through Sept. 26.
Wesleyan rallies twice against Shippensburg, but falls 24-14 at home
West Virginia Wesleyan twice erased a touchdown deficit, but Shippensburg scored the final 10 points to defeat the Bobcats 24-14 at Cebe Ross Field. Wesleyan fell to 1-2 and will open conference play at West Virginia State this weekend.
Pittsburgh Steelers chaplain Kent Chevalier to speak at Wesleyan September 25
Pittsburgh Steelers chaplain and “Do It Afraid” author Kent Chevalier will speak on “Built to Last: What is Your Foundation?” Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. in Wesley Chapel. The free public event will explore building an identity rooted beyond achievement and recognition.
Soccer Lady Bucs outshot Lincoln but fall 3–1 in Big 10 clash
Buckhannon-Upshur outshot Lincoln 14-11 but fell 3-1 in Big 10 play despite Rylen Carlyle’s first-half equalizer. The Lady Bucs look to rebound Tuesday at Robert C. Byrd.
Mark D. Edgell, Sr.
Mark D. Edgell, Sr., a disabled veteran, devoted father, and beloved Poppop, is remembered for his humor, fierce loyalty, and the light he brought to his family and friends.
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St. Joseph’s Hospital podiatrists accepting new patients at four clinics, from Buckhannon to Elkins
Podiatrists Jennifer Michael, DPM, and Addison Michael, DPM, are accepting new patients at four clinics — Buckhannon, Elkins, Flatwoods and Weston — bringing foot and ankle surgery, wound care and diabetic foot care within reach across central West Virginia.
Upshur County Sports Calendar
Upshur County’s Sept. 14-20 sports calendar features local golf, volleyball, cross country, soccer, football and tennis. Buckhannon-Upshur and West Virginia Wesleyan teams compete throughout the week at home and on the road.
Soccer Bucs stunned early falling to Huntington 2-0 despite late push
Buckhannon-Upshur’s five-game unbeaten streak ended with a 2-0 loss to Huntington, as Aidan Garmestani scored twice. The Bucs led in shots and corners and played a man up late, but couldn’t capitalize.
