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

Almost Heaven BBQ Bash returns to Jawbone Park with new attractions and free activities

The Almost Heaven BBQ Bash will return to Jawbone Park June 12-14 with new attractions including a mobile aquarium, butterfly and ladybug encounters, prize drawings, and free treats, after receiving a $2,000 county sponsorship.
Upshur County Commissioners Sam Nolte, Kristie Tenney and Doug Bush stand with Almost Heaven BBQ Bash president Jody Light after voting to contribute $2,000 in county funds to this year's event. (Monica Zalaznik / My Buckhannon)

The Almost Heaven BBQ Bash is returning to Jawbone Park with several free activities and plenty of food vendors.Jody Light, president of the Almost Heaven BBQ Bash, attended the May 29 Upshur County Commission meeting to present some new additions […]

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