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

Buckhannon board approves new playground equipment and pickleball court fence

The Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board approved purchasing playground equipment for North Riverfront Park and a new fence around the City Park pickleball court after hearing updates on needed repairs and timelines from city staff.
Andrew Loudin

The Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board approved purchasing new playground equipment at the North Riverfront Park and a new fence to go around the pickleball court at the City Park.Andrew Loudin, deputy street and parks supervisor, gave an update on […]

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