The number of grandparents raising their grandchildren soars in Upshur County, statewide

Monica Zalaznik
November 13, 2024

BUCKHANNON – As of September 2024, there are over 6,000 children in foster care in West Virginia. Upshur County Family Resource Network Director Lori Ulderich-Harvey attended the Nov. 7, 2024, Upshur County Commission meeting to request that the commission proclaim […]

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Upshur County Sheriff’s Office seeking applications for full-time Animal Control Officer

News Release
June 13, 2025

The Upshur County Sheriff’s Department is accepting applications for a full-time Animal Control Officer who will investigate animal welfare cases and perform related duties after completing required training.

Inside the Courtroom: Despite victim’s support for ex-Buckhannon mayor, judge cites ‘manipulation’ in ordering 10-year max sentence

Katie Kuba
June 12, 2025

Former Buckhannon mayor David W. McCauley was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and 10 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to possession of child pornography involving a 17-year-old.

Upshur Update: Catch up on the latest local news in our June 12, 2025 podcast

My Buckhannon
June 12, 2025

Former Buckhannon mayor David McCauley was sentenced to ten years in federal prison for child pornography, police seized $500,000 in illegal vape shop products, and local sports and community highlights round out this Upshur Update.

Police seize $500,000 in banned products from vape stores in Upshur and Randolph counties

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June 12, 2025

Authorities seized about $500,000 worth of banned vaping products and cash from five stores in Upshur and Randolph counties after receiving reports of illegal sales to minors, with arrests expected as the investigation continues.

Knabenshue named to Second Team All-State Softball Team

Duane Carpenter
June 12, 2025

Buckhannon-Upshur freshman Madison Knabenshue, who led her team in hitting, scoring, and stolen bases, was named to the Second Team of the West Virginia All-State High School Softball Team.

Hank Ellis Insurance takes lead in men’s golf league standings

Duane Carpenter
June 12, 2025

Hank Ellis Insurance surged into first place in the Buckhannon Country Club Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League after a decisive win, while First Community Bank leaped from last to a tie for fourth with Feola’s Flowers.

Former Buckhannon mayor sentenced to decade in prison for child pornography offense

News Release
June 12, 2025

David Walter McCauley, former Buckhannon mayor, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and 10 years supervised release for child pornography involving a 17-year-old boy, following an FBI-led investigation.

American Legion Post 7 cancels Flag Retirement Ceremony due to rain

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June 12, 2025

The American Legion Post 7 has canceled its June 14 Flag Retirement Ceremony because of expected rain and thunderstorms, and will reschedule the event for a later date.

Sandra Louise Collins Garrison

My Buckhannon
June 12, 2025

Sandra Louise Collins Garrison, a longtime educator in Buckhannon, is remembered by family and former students following her death at age 73, with funeral services set for June 18 at Way of Holiness Church.