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

Two people were arrested after deputies responded to a reported domestic incident in Upshur County. A four-year-old child was found locked in an unsanitary room, according to a criminal complaint.

WVJC, East Ohio College, United Career Institute and Boardman Training Center have named their 2026 Leadership Award recipients, honoring employees nominated for exceptional leadership and commitment to students.

Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tammy Reger will step down after 14 years, with her final day set for March 13.

Set your clocks ahead Saturday night: Daylight Saving Time returns at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, trading an hour of sleep for brighter evenings.

Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced $9.5 million in AMLER grants for five water and sewer projects in McDowell and Mingo counties, boosting clean drinking water and wastewater service.

The Pomeroy-Mason Bridge over the Ohio River is closed after a runaway barge struck a support pier just after 2 p.m. Friday. Inspectors are assessing damage as more barges drift downriver, prompting plans to temporarily close the Silver Memorial Bridge.