A fatal workplace accident at Appalachian Forest Products in Buckhannon killed Michael D. Martin, 73, of Mannington. The circumstances of the accident remain under investigation, according to the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office.
The West Virginia Department of Health is seeking expert input on expanding outpatient remote monitoring and technology-enabled care statewide through a Connected Care Grid RFI.
City Parks of Clarksburg and Waste Management are hosting a free community concert June 13 at the Clarksburg Amphitheater in Veterans Park. Gates open at 6 p.m., and the show featuring Family Tradition begins at 7 p.m.
Webster County Commission funding has put a new ambulance into service for Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital EMS, boosting emergency response and patient transport across Webster County.
Xander Castillo ’26 will graduate in December with a business administration degree after battling canceled seasons, a knee injury, a coach’s death and a serious illness.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District will waive day-use fees June 16 at all district-operated recreation areas to mark the Corps’ birthday, including boat launch ramps and swimming beaches.
Fresh off the Strawberry Festival, Buckhannon kept summer momentum rolling with a packed opening night of Festival Fridays at Jawbone Park, featuring record crowds, diverse vendors, and live music from the Davisson Brothers Band.
Fairmont State’s Dr. Rosemarie Igbo will be honored as Woman of the Year at the 47th West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival in downtown Clarksburg, with the award ceremony Sept. 3, 2026, and festivities Sept. 4–6.
West Virginia hit a historic low in roadway fatalities in 2024, with 256 deaths—the fewest ever recorded—continuing a decline from 282 in 2021.
West Virginia DNR will host a free youth fishing derby at Bowden Fish Hatchery on Saturday, June 13, for kids ages 3-14, with grade-level sessions and prizes for registered participants.
