Upshur County seeks additional funds for tennis court renovation
The Upshur County Commission will request additional matching funds for the county park tennis court renovation. A damaged subgrade has added $83,839.35 to the project’s cost.
Firefighters to hold Q&A about proposed fire fee increase at public meeting on Sept. 10
The Upshur County Firefighters Association will host a public meeting Sept. 10 to discuss a proposed fire fee increase on the Nov. 3 ballot. The proposal would raise the annual residential fee from $25 to $35. Firefighters will take questions from the public.
Local Rotary foundation receives 62 flood assistance applications
The Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur Foundation has received 62 applications for flood assistance. The foundation has raised more than $160,000 to help the community recover from the July 20 and 21 flooding.
Man arrested after witness calls 911 to report active assault
A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged with third-offense domestic battery after a witness called 911 to report an alleged active assault early Saturday morning.
Buckhannon and Upshur County set trick-or-treating schedule, scarecrow contest to return
Buckhannon and Upshur County have scheduled trick-or-treating for Oct. 31 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Buckhannon Scarecrow Contest will also return this October.
Buckhannon River Fest to honor founder April Pearson Keating with tree and plaque
The 10th annual Buckhannon River Fest will honor the late April Pearson Keating with a new tree and plaque. The Saturday, Aug. 29 event at the River Walk will feature paddling, yoga, live music, food, art and environmental education.
Weaverland Disaster Services helping Upshur County rebuild after flooding
Weaverland Disaster Services is helping Upshur County residents clean up after the July 21 floods — and their work won’t stop there. The church-affiliated program expects to work through March, rebuilding homes for families in need.
Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur Foundation flood relief fund tops $100,000: Here’s how to apply
The Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur Foundation’s flood relief fund has grown to $120,000, and applications for financial assistance are now open. Upshur County residents impacted by the July 21 flood can apply online or by mail.
Group formed after Hurricane Katrina now rebuilding flooded Upshur County homes
The Fuller Center Disaster ReBuilders is helping people rebuild their homes after the July 21 and 22 floods. The group also assists homeowners with FEMA applications and plans to remain in the area through March.
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania donates $25,000 to Feed My Sheep
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania donated $25,000 to Feed My Sheep to support its operations. The organization has used most of the funds to purchase commercial refrigerators and freezers, as well as other items needed to operate the pantry.
