Gov. Patrick Morrisey joined 24 SpaceTrek students in Buckhannon to launch satellites they had built and calibrated themselves. The free aerospace camp gives young women hands-on STEM experience — and the confidence to know they belong in a field once dominated by men.
Ride and Shine’s first big giveaway at Upshur County Recreation Park put 20–30 kids on brand-new, bike-shop-quality bicycles — each with a helmet and lock, and many going to children who’d never owned a bike.
Buckhannon City Council approved a new round of park upgrades and repairs, from security cameras and a revamped kayak-friendly boat ramp to new basketball hoops, fountains, restroom fixes and playground borders.
Randy Sanders was sworn in for another term as Buckhannon city recorder this month. First appointed in 2019, he pledged to continue serving residents with clarity, fairness and respect.
Cancer research saved a Buckhannon toddler’s eye and sight, a powerful example of why Upshur County relays. Commissioners declared July 12-18 Relay for Life Week as chairperson Robin Oldaker shared how advances are saving local lives.
Buckhannon City Council renewed its street-paving contract with West Virginia Paving on July 2. Rising petroleum prices could have pushed the city’s cost up about $2.50 a ton, Public Works Director Ethan Crosten said.
Buckhannon City Council advanced an ordinance to buy a long-abandoned property on Cleveland Avenue, capping the purchase price at $5,000 ahead of a final vote. Once the title is cleared, the city plans to obtain an asbestos certification and demolish the building.
State Sen. Robbie Morris says he opposes the proposed Valley North transmission line after hearing concerns from area residents. He urged opponents to submit comments before Aug. 14 and noted the PSC will make the final decision.
Upshur County commissioners will consider a resolution next week opposing the 765,000-volt Valley Link power line after residents packed Thursday’s meeting and none spoke in favor.
Buckhannon City Council approved buying a low-mileage 2016 pumper from Milton for $310,000 and splitting the cost with the Buckhannon Volunteer Fire Department — considerable savings over a new truck, which could cost more than $1 million.
