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Upshur Recreational Park to open pool season with two brand-new activities
BUCKHANNON – The pool season at the Upshur County Recreational Park is just a few weeks away, and this year, it will usher in several new activities for patrons to try out. Upshur County Parks and Recreation Director Jeremiah McCourt […]
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Four Upshur County residents arrested in drug bust on Randolph Street
BUCKHANNON — Four Upshur County residents were arrested Wednesday, according to a press release from the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office: On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Mountain Region Drug
Mayor: ‘If we want to get back to being the best, we must invest, and the time is now!’
Editor’s note: The following column was submitted for publication by Robbie Skinner, Mayor of the City of Buckhannon. BUCKHANNON – In the mid-1990s, I was a student at both Academy Primary and Buckhannon Intermediate Schools,
CAC Gallery to present 2024 Upshur County Youth Arts Exhibition Award Ceremony on Friday
BUCKHANNON — The CAC Gallery is pleased to announce the 2024 Upshur County Youth Arts Exhibition Award Ceremony on Friday, May 3 from 4 to 8 p.m. Winners will be announced at 5 p.m. Refreshments
WVWC business students advance to 2024 Business Model Competition finals
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia – Two West Virginia Wesleyan College students Tyriek Crutchfield ‘25, of Lanham, Maryland, and Elisha Taylor ‘26, of Ridgeley, West Virginia, advanced to the finals of the West Virginia Innovation and Business Model
Upshur superintendent reports results of end-of-the-year assessment for grades K-8
TENNERTON – Ready or not, results from the end-of-the-year i-Ready evaluation are rolling in, and Upshur County Schools Superintendent Christy Miller says there’s reason for optimism. The i-Ready assessment – which uses benchmarks to evaluate students’ achievement levels in reading […]
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Purlly Joe “Pudd” Simmons
Purlly Joe “Pudd” Simmons, age 81, of Buckhannon, died on Monday, April 29, 2024, at Holbrook Health Care Center. He was born on February 21, 1943, a son of the late Emmit Jeremiah and Nona
Lois Wright
Lois Wright, age 90, of Westlake, Ohio, peacefully passed away on January 27, 2024. She was born in Buckhannon to the late Hugh and Ada (née Douglas) Brake and was a fifty-year resident of the
This week’s Hank Ellis All-Stars: Wyatt Mason and Kailey Hart
BUCKHANNON – My Buckhannon is proud to present another edition of the Hank Ellis All-Stars. Each week, we will select a female and male athlete at Buckhannon-Upshur who has had an exemplary week on the
Foster’s Marketing Group announces spots available for vendors at 2024 Strawberry Festival
BUCKHANNON — Vendors looking to sell their goods – and good eats – during the 82nd annual Strawberry Festival in Buckhannon have a new opportunity to secure spots. The lot at the corner of Main
Two firefighters treated for heat exposure after battling blaze on Upper Drive
BUCKHANNON – Two firefighters received medical care after responding to a fire at 529 Upper Drive on Monday. Buckhannon Fire Chief JB Kimble said the department received a call about the fire at 7:26 p.m. and it took about an […]
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French Creek venue destroyed in intense blaze, no injuries reported
FRENCH CREEK – A French Creek barn that had been turned into a large event venue was deemed a total loss after a fire engulfed the structure on Saturday. Banks District Volunteer Fire Department chief John Roby said the department […]
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End of an Era: Buckhannon mayor presents Key to the City to retiring mailman
BUCKHANNON — On Tuesday morning, Mayor Robbie Skinner presented Kirk Cistaro with the city’s highest honor: the official “Key to the City of Buckhannon.” Tuesday was Kirk’s last day as a mail carrier in Buckhannon.
Two Buckhannon students recognized as top seniors at WVU
MORANGTOWN — Two Buckhannon students have earned recognition as Outstanding Seniors at WVU. Nathaniel Beer and Kennedi Lewellyn were among the 53 students in the Class of 2024 honored for their contributions and achievements in
LUCAS to offer lung cancer screening in Parsons and Buckhannon
A service of WVU Medicine-WVU Hospitals and the WVU Cancer Institute, LUCAS will be at: The lung cancer screenings are billed to private insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare. Uninsured patients living in West Virginia who meet screening criteria
Fred Brooks Garden Club wins awards and tools
BUCKHANNON — Fred Brooks Garden Club returned from the West Virginia Garden Club’s State Convention at Glade Springs with two awards. At the state level, FBGC won the West Virginia Garden Club Award, which recognized
Buckhannon City Council Agenda: May 2, 2024
Here is the agenda for the Buckhannon City Council meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024.
Williams wins high jump as Bucs take second at North Marion
RACHEL – The Buckhannon-Upshur track and field Buccaneers had an impressive showing in the 14-team UMWA/Husky Invitational taking runner-up honors at North Marion High School. The Bucs finished in second place with 71 points. Bridgeport won the team title with […]
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Lady Bucs run seventh at North Marion; Shreve wins 1600-meter run
RACHEL – The Buckhannon-Upshur Lady Bucs recently ran in the 13-team UMWA/Husky Invitational at North Marion High School. The Lady Bucs placed seventh out of the 13 teams with 49 points. University won the event with 128 points while Bridgeport […]
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B-U rally falls short against Morgantown in 9-6 setback
MORGANTOWN – Buckhannon-Upshur fell behind early and rallied but came up short in a 9-6 setback to the Morgantown Mohigans Saturday morning in a non-conference baseball game. Morgantown raced out to a 9-2 lead after three innings. The Bucs kept […]
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Softball Lady Bucs dominate Liberty in 18-4 win in regular-season finale
KINGWOOD – The Buckhannon-Upshur softball Lady Bucs ended their regular season in style with an 18-4 five-inning pounding over the Liberty Mountaineers in a neutral site game at Preston High. Six Lady Bucs drove in multiple runs as Kynnedy Marple […]
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Lacrosse Lady Bucs unleash offensive explosion in two wins to close out regular season
TENNERTON – The Buckhannon-Upshur lacrosse Lady Bucs ended their regular season on fire with two blowout wins this past week at home against George Washington an St. Albans. On Thursday, the Lady Bucs doubled up George Washington by a 14-7 […]
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Wesleyan softball ends year with pair of losses to Glenville State
BUCKHANNON — The West Virginia Wesleyan softball team closed out the year at home dropping both games to the Pioneers of Glenville State. A mercy rule game one ended in six innings as the Pioneer’s
Wesleyan tennis ends regular season with split against Fairmont State
BUCKHANNON — After a season finale against the Atlantic Region’s No. 4 men’s team and No. 7 women’s team, Fairmont State University, the Bobcats earned a split Saturday. The Wesleyan men (Atlantic Region No. 5)
Upshur County Sports Calendar
MONDAY (April 29) Baseball Softball Track and Field TUESDAY (April 30) Baseball Lacrosse Softball Track and Field WEDNESDAY (May 1) Baseball Lacrosse Softball THURSDAY (May 2) Softball Tennis FRIDAY (May 3) Baseball Lacrosse Buckhannon-Upshur (Boys)
Fred W. Eberle Technical Center Administrative Council to meet May 7
BUCKHANNON — The Fred W. Eberle Technical Center Administrative Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the center — 208 Morton Avenue in Buckhannon. Founded in 1968,
On the City of Buckhannon Calendar – April 29 through May 3
BUCKHANNON — Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open to the public and will be held in the Council Chambers of Buckhannon City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201. Board meeting agendas can be
Jewel Lynn Fisher
Jewel Lynn Fisher, age 63, of Buckhannon, gained her wings on Sunday, April 28, 2024. She was born on August 18, 1960, a daughter of the late James “Blue” and Cosbie Rebecca Crawford Fisher. In
Linda Gail Shreve-Moran
Linda Gail Shreve-Moran, age 68, of Georgetown, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024. She was born February 3, 1956, a daughter of the late Margie Walton Sites and Dave Sites, Sr. Linda married
Karen Jane Kesling
Karen Jane Kesling (George / Anderson) departed this world for her heavenly home on April 21, 2024. She was born August 10, 1943, in Barbour County; the daughter of Sherman Kesling and Hazel Jane (Riffle)
Upshur County Sheriff apprehends man for breaking into sheriff’s office storage building
BUCKHANNON – An Upshur County man who allegedly broke into a building leased by the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office was arrested Saturday. Jacob A. Hilbert, 42, of French Creek, was arrested on April 27 for breaking and entering, a felony. […]
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Upshur County teacher, coach charged for vape incident at Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School
BUCKHANNON — A teacher at Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School has been charged with two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor for allegedly taking a vape away from a student while at school but allowing the minor to retrieve […]
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Job Alert: City of Buckhannon seeks Director of Public Works
BUCKHANNON — Resumes will be accepted until May 17, 2024, for the Director of Public Works position for the City of Buckhannon, 70 E Main Street, Buckhannon, WV 26201. The Director of Public Works supervises all
WVWC softball misses out on MEC Tournament as seedings and pairings announced
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. – Following the conclusion of the 2024 regular season on Sunday afternoon, the Mountain East Conference announced the seeds and opening round matchups for this week’s MEC Softball Tournament, which is set for May
Wesleyan lacrosse earns fourth seed in MEC Tournament, will play Frostburg State Wednesday
BRIDGEPORT – The Mountain East Conference today announced the seeds and matchups for the 2024 MEC Women’s Lacrosse Tournament, which will begin on Wednesday, May 1 on campus sites. Frostburg State won the 2024 MEC Regular Season
Wesleyan to send two golfers to NCAA Atlantic/East Men’s Regional
INDIANAPOLIS – Three men’s golf programs and three individuals from the Mountain East Conference have earned NCAA postseason bids to compete at the 2024 NCAA Atlantic/East Regional Tournament, which will be played at Oglebay Golf
Softball Lady ‘Cats get split with Concord
BUCKHANNON — As the West Virginia Wesleyan softball team hosted senior day at Culpeper Field on Friday, five seniors were recognized during the second to last home series of the season. Game one was highlighted
Work continues on new basketball and pickleball courts at Buckhannon City Park
BUCKHANNON—Work to install new basketball and pickleball courts at Buckhannon City Park is continuing, but there is no completion date yet. Buckhannon Street Department director Brad Hawkins focused on pothole patching and the park improvements in his department report during […]
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Buckhannon residents likely to see increase in public safety fees starting July 1
BUCKHANNON – Fire protection and police protection fees for city occupants are on track to increase in July. At its April 18 meeting, Buckhannon City Council approved on second reading two public safety-related ordinances that authorize a hike in fire […]
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Franklin Dean Eskew
At the age of 86, Frank has moved into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Preceding him there were his parents, Clark and Grace; brother, Rev. Bill Eskew; his sister, Anne Pringle
Buckhannon Waste Collection Board Meeting Agenda: May 2, 2024
Here is the agenda for the City of Buckhannon Waste Collection Board meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024.
Save the Date: Broaddus Community Health Fair coming in June
Philippi, WV — Mark your calendars and get ready to prioritize your health at the Broaddus Hospital Community Health Fair on June 8, 2024. The better health event will take place from 8 am until
Allen Kent Strader
Allen Kent Strader, age 71, of French Creek, WV, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 26, 2024, surrounded by his family, after battling an extended illness. He was born on February 9, 1953, in Buckhannon
Baseball drop outings to University and North Marion
TENNERTON – Following their best game of the year on Monday in an upset over Class AA No. 3 Lewis County, the Buckhannon-Upshur baseball Buccaneers had their roughest inning and worst game of the year on Tuesday in a 23-6 five-inning […]
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Softball Lady Bucs beat Preston, tumble to Morgantown
TENNERTON – The Buckhannon-Upshur softball Lady Bucs split a pair of home games on Wednesday and Thursday with Preston and Morganton. They defeated the Preston Knights on Wednesday by a 9-3 score but dropped a 16-7 decision the next day […]
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Karen “Susie” Kincaid Post
Karen “Susie” Kincaid Post, age 80, of Buckhannon, WV, died Thursday, April 25, 2024, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. She was born January 27, 1944, in Buckhannon, a daughter of the late
Early voting for May 14 Primary Election begins next week in Upshur County
BUCKHANNON – Early voting for the May 14 primary election begins next week. Early voting will be held at the Upshur County Courthouse from Wednesday, May 1 through Saturday, May 11. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from […]
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More than 150 people potentially exposed after West Virginia reports first case of measles since 2009
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is closely monitoring for transmission of measles following the state’s first documented case since 2009. After confirming the first positive case on Monday, state health
Richard “Dick” W. Claypool
Richard “Dick” W. Claypool, age 73, of Crawford, WV, died Thursday, April 25, 2024, at WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon, WV. He was born November 7, 1950, in Newell, WV, a son of
Forging futures: Fred Eberle’s adult welding program shapes skilled tradesmen
BUCKHANNON – When sparks fly at the Fred Eberle Technical Center, it’s usually a sign that students in the adult welding class are busy forging a new path for themselves. This June, five standout students