Buckhannon-Upshur opens its boys’ soccer season Thursday at perennial power Morgantown. Backed by an experienced defense and strong senior leadership, the confident Bucs aim for a winning record and deep playoff run.
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania donated $25,000 to Feed My Sheep to support its operations. The organization has used most of the funds to purchase commercial refrigerators and freezers, as well as other items needed to operate the pantry.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
Barbara W. Wikoff, 88, of Buckhannon, WV, died at her home on July 30, 2026. She attended Morris Harvey College and is remembered by her surviving family.
Christopher Conrad, DO, has been named emergency department director for Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center and Webster Memorial Hospital. The rural healthcare leader will strengthen quality, patient-centered emergency services across the region.
Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared a 30-day state of emergency for all 55 West Virginia counties after severe storms caused flash flooding, mudslides and widespread damage. The order enables agencies to quickly deploy resources and support recovery efforts.
WVWC professor Dr. Debra Dean Murphy advised on “Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World,” a documentary celebrating the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet’s life and work. It premieres Aug. 25 on PBS and will stream on PBS platforms.
West Virginia Wesleyan’s Lady ’Cats were picked sixth in the 2026 MEC preseason poll. Defending champion Davis & Elkins topped the rankings with seven first-place votes, while Charleston received four.
Buckhannon-Upshur coach Sloan Baisden is encouraged by his young team’s steady growth and grasp of the playbook. The Bucs will focus on sharpening details Friday at Braxton County before opening the season against Bridgeport.
The Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board backed a proposal to replace deteriorating Main Street flower beds. It also authorized up to $3,500 for a new fall flower display.
West Virginia Wesleyan was picked second in the MEC South Division preseason volleyball poll, earning three first-place votes. Defending champion Charleston topped the South, while Wheeling led the North ahead of the Aug. 27 season opener.
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The state advanced $400,000 to temporarily relocate flood-damaged Robert L. Bland Middle School to WVU Jackson’s Mill. About 400 Lewis County students are expected to resume in-person learning after Labor Day.
West Virginia Wesleyan’s Class of 2026 nursing graduates achieved a 100% NCLEX-RN pass rate and employment rate. All have remained in West Virginia, providing nursing care in local communities.
