A man was arrested for strangulation after police responded to an incident at Zickefoose Trailer Park. The criminal complaint alleges he knocked the victim to the ground and choked her before a neighbor called 911.

See the agenda for the Upshur County Commission meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026, including the items set for discussion and action. Stay informed on what the Commission will be considering at this upcoming meeting.

Buckhannon’s June 15–20 calendar includes curbside recycling pickup June 16, a City Council meeting June 17, and the Almost Heaven BBQ Bash June 18–20—West Virginia’s only nationally sanctioned BBQ competition.

Kids ages 8-17 can take a free 15- to 20-minute introductory flight during Young Eagles Day on July 18 at Upshur County Regional Airport. Pre-registration is now open, with limited spots available.

Buckhannon’s July 3 Festival Friday at Jawbone Park will feature live music, food vendors, kids activities and fireworks. The evening also includes a special ceremony recognizing the United States’ 250th anniversary.

Buckhannon’s buzzing with fresh updates: a new America 250 history mural is complete downtown, and Jawbone Park hosts the Almost Heaven BBQ Bash June 18-20 with about 40 championship teams and plenty of vendors.

Upshur County Sheriff Mike Coffman told Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce members that workplace security starts with hiring and a safety-first mindset. He also urged businesses to consider cameras, better lighting and even LPRs to deter crime and aid investigations.

St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary is funding a new bereavement program for families who lose a baby during delivery, providing memorial necklaces with the baby’s birth-month birthstone.

One last game, side by side. This Friday, B-U star Jerin Westfall suits up for his dad — coach Jason Westfall — one final time at the North-South All-Star Game. “It’s not just about basketball; it’s about family and the memories we’re making together,” Jerin said.

Buckhannon-Upshur junior Kynnedy Marple was named the 2026 Big 10 Softball Player of the Year after a dominant conference season in the circle and at the plate.

Plan your week with the Upshur County Sports Calendar, featuring Buckhannon Post 7 junior and senior baseball games June 15–20, including the Tim Buck Shields Tournament in Bridgeport.

Sam’s Pizza jumped to an early second-quarter lead in the Buckhannon Country Club Bob Cupp Memorial League with a 26½-13½ win over first-quarter champ Lisa Cain Edward Jones.

Meet Buckhannon-Upshur senior Jerin Westfall in the latest “Raising the Jolly Roger With…” as he talks basketball, baseball, and golf, including his favorite moment—scoring his 1,000th point. He also shares family legacy, heroes, and plans to prepare for college baseball.

Plan your week with the Upshur County Sports Calendar for June 8–14. Catch Buckhannon Post 7 baseball games Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., plus Buckhannon Splashers swim meets Tuesday and Thursday and the Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League Wednesday at 4:30 p.m.

Buckhannon-Upshur’s Dawson Tenney will represent the Buccaneers in the 2026 WVSSAC North-South All-Star Football Classic on June 20 at South Charleston High School.

Lisa Cain Edward Jones clinched the first-quarter title in the 2026 Buckhannon County Club Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League, edging Sunset Graphics 21-19 to finish with 89 points.

Fresh off a state championship, Buckhannon-Upshur dominated the 2026 WVSLA Division II All-State Team with 11 players honored across First Team, Second Team and Honorable Mention, plus both coaches recognized. The Bucs went 11-4 and crushed Jefferson County 15-3 for the title.