Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for October 16, 2026
WV Invests has helped 3,350 students earn credentials without additional tuition debt, but officials are still developing ways to measure whether graduates fill West Virginia’s workforce gaps.
A 54-year-old woman pleaded guilty to bank fraud in a scheme involving more than $440,000 in unemployment benefits, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
WVU sophomore Sophia Bell is preparing for a career in medicine through tutoring, hospital volunteering and research on rural Appalachian health.
Ahead of Move Over Day on October 17, state highway safety officials remind West Virginia drivers that the law protects disabled cars as well as emergency vehicles. Drivers should change lanes when safe or slow down if they cannot.
WVU is paying millions for a 7–11 record under Rich Rodriguez, and even a proposed 24-team playoff looks out of reach. Week Eight brings Big XII proving grounds, a must-win feel for Buckhannon-Upshur and fresh staff picks.
Lisa Cain Edward Jones and First Community Bank cruised to semifinal wins to reach the Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League championship. The title match at Buckhannon Country Club is set for next week, with the date to be announced.