Upshur County seeks additional funds for tennis court renovation
The Upshur County Commission will request additional matching funds for the county park tennis court renovation. A damaged subgrade has added $83,839.35 to the project’s cost.
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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for September 5, 2026
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
Firefighters to hold Q&A about proposed fire fee increase at public meeting on Sept. 10
The Upshur County Firefighters Association will host a public meeting Sept. 10 to discuss a proposed fire fee increase on the Nov. 3 ballot. The proposal would raise the annual residential fee from $25 to $35. Firefighters will take questions from the public.
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Bucs hang tough early, but Colts’ power runining game takes over in 35-7 loss
Buckhannon-Upshur trailed No. 7 Philip Barbour just 14-7 at halftime, but six turnovers and depth issues fueled a 35-7 loss. Landyn Carpenter ran for 268 yards as the Colts’ power game took over, overshadowing an improved 321-yard effort by the Bucs.
Veterans outreach event set for September 8 at Upshur County Senior Center
A veterans outreach event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Upshur County Senior Center. VA staff and American Legion Post 7 will help veterans and surviving spouses with enrollment, disability claims and earned benefits; bring a DD214.
Buckhannon Water Department to host Source Water Protection Plan public meeting September 10
Buckhannon Water Department will hold a public meeting Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. at the Public Safety Complex to review its Source Water Protection Plan. Residents and businesses can learn about drinking water safeguards, ask questions and offer feedback.
Late Hotka penalty kick not enough as soccer Bobcats fall to Salem, 2-1
Jake Hotka’s penalty kick with 53 seconds left cut the deficit, but Wesleyan’s comeback fell short in a 2-1 loss to Salem. The Bobcats host Shawnee State at 3:30 p.m. Sunday.
Rough five-minute spell sends football Bobcats to 52-14 loss at Clarion
Clarion scored three touchdowns in the first 5:05 after halftime to hand West Virginia Wesleyan College a 52-14 loss on Thursday. B-U grad Bryson Johnston excelled on special teams, while Amari Colon-Brown caught nine passes for 220 yards and two scores.
John L. Landis, Jr.
John L. Landis, Jr., 70, of Buckhannon’s Tennerton Community, died on September 3, 2026, at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. He was a retired coal miner and UMWA member.
Update: Missing/endangered person found safe
Update: A person who had been reported missing and endangered was found safe in Randolph County on Friday.
LUCAS to offer lung cancer screening in Rock Cave and Buckhannon
LUCAS will offer low-dose lung cancer screenings in Rock Cave Sept. 29-30 and Buckhannon Oct. 1-2. Appointments must be made at least 14 days ahead and eligible uninsured West Virginians may receive screenings through grant funding.
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Browse local job openings on My Buckhannon’s job listings page
Job seekers in Upshur County can browse local help-wanted ads in one place on My Buckhannon's job listings page, where every opening comes from an established local employer or community partner.
Carpenter Crunch Week 2: Wesleyan snaps 35-game skid; Bucs aim to bounce back
Wesleyan snapped a 35-game football losing streak with a 421-yard performance, while Buckhannon-Upshur looks to rebound from a tough opener at Bridgeport. Week Two of the Carpenter Crunch also brings a fresh slate of seven games and reader picks.
Financial advisor Brendan Cain of Edward Jones receives Certified Financial Planner certification
Edward Jones financial advisor Brendan Cain of Buckhannon has received Certified Financial Planner certification, covering financial management, retirement savings, insurance, education and estate planning.
