Buckhannon officials are seeking help to keep the Stockert Youth and Community Center basketball program running in 2026 following director Debora Brockleman’s retirement. They hope to have a plan put together by October 1.
Local organizations and businesses raised about $6,000 to provide trauma bags and LifeVacs to Upshur County schools. The equipment will help school employees respond to severe bleeding and choking emergencies.
The Buckhannon Band of Brothers hopes to raise $70,000 to $80,000 through its annual calendar fundraiser for its Help Us Help Kids initiative, aimed at flood victims in Upshur and Lewis counties. You can purchase calendars online through the My Buckhannon store.
The Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur unveiled a new baler at the city transfer station during a ribbon cutting Tuesday. The recycling effort aims to keep soft plastics out of landfills and earn inclusive playground equipment in return.
Firefighters and community members discussed Upshur County’s proposed fire fee increase at a recent Q&A. How could it be used? Would it address manpower needs? Is the $10/year increase enough? The measure will appear on the November 3 general election ballot.
The Upshur County Commission agreed to light the courthouse purple in recognition of Recovery Month. One Unique Recovery House is also seeking bridge funding to retain two recovery support specialists.
Feed My Sheep is staying put, at least for now, after contacting an attorney over demands from the WV Pentecostal Church that they vacate their property on Brushy Fork. The organization serves more than 40,000 people annually through food giveaways and other community programs.
A man was arrested after he was allegedly found sleeping on the couch in a residence after being told he was not permitted there. He also allegedly took a watch from the home.
Majestic Mountains Studio partners with the Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility and Round ‘Em Up Pet Grooming to give shelter dogs a day out. Professional photos in a natural environment help showcase the dogs’ personalities to potential adopters.
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.
