The Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur reported that its foundation flood relief fund had collected $51,789 as of Aug. 4. Local officials are working with community agencies to determine how the funds can be used most effectively.
Buckhannon and Upshur County officials are determining how to use flood relief funds while urging residents to put out debris immediately. Donations and volunteers are being redirected to Lewis County as recovery efforts continue.
Civil & Environmental Consultants told Upshur County officials that a bad subgrade at the tennis courts will cost an additional $84,000 to fix. Lighting and bleachers will also be cut from the project, despite having already been ordered and received.
The annual Green Bean Stroll will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 8. The event recognizes volunteers and promotes nutrition, exercise and agriculture while gathering food for the Upshur Parish House.
The Upshur County Emergency Communications Center is exploring a change of service providers to improve next-generation compliance. The county commission voted to proceed with the process of transitioning to the new service.
A 35-year-old man was arrested after allegedly punching and threatening a health care worker in Buckhannon.
A man was arrested after a traffic stop for an expired registration allegedly led to the discovery of a firearm and methamphetamine.
A woman was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence during a wreck in January that caused two people to be taken to the Charleston Area Medical Center by helicopter.
A Buckhannon man was arrested after officers allegedly found a minor living in an apartment filled with filth. He faces a felony charge of child neglect creating a substantial risk of injury.
Buckhannon and Upshur County officials are transitioning from emergency response to long-term flood recovery. Volunteers are still needed to distribute supplies and assist with debris removal and cleanup.
