All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

BOO! Fred Eberle invites community to annual Tech or Treat Halloween event

FETC students during the 2022 Tech or Treat event / Photo submitted by FETC

BUCKHANNON – Calling all superheroes, princesses, ghosts and goblins! Join the students, faculty and administration of Fred W. Eberle Technical Center on Monday, Oct. 23 for their third annual Tech or Treat event.

Each FETC program will prepare a Halloween-themed activity for family-friendly fun. The spooky vibes don’t end there! Yummy treats will be given to the children. Hayrides will create special memories for all ages. Haunted houses will be sure to please. Visitors are encouraged to dress in costume or just as you are. Don’t miss it!

Visit FETC at 208 Morton Avenue in Buckhannon on Monday, Oct. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. for a spook-tastic experience. Follow FETC on Facebook for event updates, class projects and more.

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