Buckhannon woman arrested for child neglect after police find her in the middle of the road with her son after dark

Dr. Julia Meade has been named executive director of WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Blood Disorders and Cancer Center. The pediatric oncologist will lead West Virginia’s largest pediatric cancer program and expand specialized care close to home.

Authorities are searching for missing and endangered Christopher James Chenoweth, last seen on foot near 160 Camden Avenue in Buckhannon. Use caution and report information to the Upshur County 911 Center at 304-472-9550.

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.

WVU researcher Anthony Sicilia is studying why AI confidently spreads errors or agrees with users over time. Backed by $940,000 from the NSF, his work aims to help systems admit uncertainty—especially in high-stakes fields like healthcare.

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.

Edward Jones financial advisor Brendan Cain of Buckhannon has received Certified Financial Planner certification, covering financial management, retirement savings, insurance, education and estate planning.