Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for June 2, 2025

Buckhannon-Upshur trailed No. 7 Philip Barbour just 14-7 at halftime, but six turnovers and depth issues fueled a 35-7 loss. Landyn Carpenter ran for 268 yards as the Colts’ power game took over, overshadowing an improved 321-yard effort by the Bucs.

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.

A veterans outreach event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Upshur County Senior Center. VA staff and American Legion Post 7 will help veterans and surviving spouses with enrollment, disability claims and earned benefits; bring a DD214.

September is National Voter Registration Month, and West Virginians are urged to register or verify and update their information. Visit your county clerk or GoVoteWV.com to ensure your voice is heard on Election Day.

West Virginia will conduct statewide high-visibility speed enforcement Sept. 4-21. Officials urge drivers to obey posted limits, noting speed contributed to 33% of the state’s fatal crashes in 2023.

Vandalia Health CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital now gives new moms bracelets identifying their postpartum status. Its POST-BIRTH program highlights nine warning signs to help providers quickly recognize complications and improve maternal safety.