All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

On the City Calendar: August 4-8, 2025

Buckhannon City has announced upcoming public meetings, community events, bid opportunities, waste collection dates, and facility updates for August 2025, encouraging residents to participate, stay informed, and maintain neighborhood upkeep.

All meetings, unless specified otherwise, are open to the public and will take place in the Council Chambers at Buckhannon City Hall, located at 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201.

For agendas of board meetings, please visit Board Agendas and Minutes. For City Council meeting agendas, see: City Council Minutes

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

  • Colonial Arts Center Board Meeting, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – To participate virtually, join GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://meet.goto.com/765749133. You can also dial in at (571) 317-3122 – Access Code: 765-749-133
  • National Night Out 2025, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM – Join us at the Upshur County Pool (Buckhannon-Upshur High School). This event fosters community connections with emergency responders in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Enjoy family activities and valuable resources!

Thursday, August 7, 2025

  • Waste Board Regular Meeting, 7:30 am – 8:30 am – To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call (669) 224-3412 and use access code: 382-929-125
  • The Stockert Youth & Community Center Board of Directors meeting planned for this Thursday has been rescheduled for Monday, August 11, 2025, at 4:00 pm.
  • City Council Meeting, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call (571) 317-3112, Access Code: 443-910-693.

Friday, August 8, 2025

  • Yard Waste Collection for City Residents – Yard Waste (debris) will be collected from City of Buckhannon residents. Residents must contact Buckhannon City Hall to be placed on the collection list. City residents may take their bagged yard waste (debris) to the Transfer Station during regular operating hours at no charge, and may bring up to two truckloads per year, also at no charge.
  • Festival Fridays in Jawbone Park: Celebrate summer with Create Buckhannon! Enjoy live music from Beyond the Barrier Band (New/Variety), local food vendors, fresh produce, and artisans. Music starts at 5:00 PM, with the headliner scheduled to perform at 6:30 PM. For more details, visit Festival Fridays on Facebook.

Bids and Notices

The City of Buckhannon is accepting sealed bids for the following:

  • 2025/New Class 8 Road Tractor: Bid Details
  • New 96-Yard Open-Top Hydraulic Eject Transfer Trailer: Bid Details
  • 2025/New Waste Collection 25 Yard Rear Load Refuse Truck: Bid Details
  • Vehicle Third-Party Towing and Storage Services: Bid Details

Additional Information

Transfer Station is Now Open – The City of Buckhannon Waste Department Transfer Station has reopened after a temporary closure due to equipment failure. All services are once again being offered. Thank you for your patience.

Yard Waste Collection Updates

– Yard waste will be collected from Buckhannon residents on August 8 and August 22, 2025. Starting September 1, collections will be every Friday through November 30. Residents must contact City Hall to be added to the collection list. You can also drop off bagged yard waste at the Transfer Station for free, up to two truckloads per year.

Dates to Remember – These events have been scheduled with the city’s Consolidated Public Works Board:

  • August 8 & 9, 2025 – Jimbo’s Big Summer Blowout – Two-day event at 6 N Kanawha St.
  • August 9, 2025 – Recover Out Loud in Jawbone Park – CCWV Community Engagement Event
  • August 9, 2025 – 10th Annual Green Bean Stroll – at the Riverwalk Boat Ramp
  • August 15 & 16, 2025 – Hillbilly Days Car Show & BBQ – in the North Buckhannon Riverfront Park, 22 Sixth Street
  • August 16, 2025 – West Virginia Wesleyan College Move-In Day
  • August 23, 2025 – Chapel Hill Block Party – on Hart Avenue
  • August 23, 2025 – RiverFest – at the Riverwalk Boat Ramp

Reminders – To help keep our town and streets attractive, please:

  • Lawn care needs to be performed weekly
  • Keep grass clippings out of the street as they can block stormwater drains and cause flooding. When mowing, always blow the grass away from the street.
  • Trash cans should be hidden from public view as much as possible during the week; place them at the curb the night before collection, and return them within 24 hours after collection.

Utility Bill Payments: Pay utility bills online at Municipal Online Payments or by phone at 1-866-933-4026. Setting up an account allows you to monitor your consumption.

Report Repairs or Concerns: To report issues such as potholes or damaged signs, please call City Hall during business hours to submit a work order or use our Citizen Engagement tool: Report a Concern.

Reminders for Residents: Stay updated by checking the City Website calendar: City Calendar

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