Cross-country Lady Bucs open 2025 campaign at Knight Night Relays

The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.

Buckhannon-Upshur fell behind 13–0 in the opening four minutes and never recovered in a 65–30 loss to Fairmont Senior. Elijah Holmes piled up 292 receiving yards as the Polar Bears overwhelmed the Buccaneers despite a livelier second half.

Governor Patrick Morrisey recognized Tammie Strong for her flood-relief work before Friday’s B-U football game. FEMA has extended the July flood assistance application deadline to October 17.

West Virginia plans $9.725 million in state park work using the FY27 budget surplus, plus $10 million in proposed endowment projects. The plans include campsites, roof repairs, wastewater upgrades and snowmaking equipment.

A three-year WVU project backed by more than $1.6 million will support teacher recruitment and preparation through residencies, distance learning and expanded Teachers Ascend efforts.

A Facebook comment about Flock cameras could land a Buckhannon man in prison for up to 13 years after he was arrested on two felony charges for allegedly threatening police.