Community Bulletin
The WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Rural Health Clinic is now accepting newborns at its Buckhannon office, with two providers — Rachel Burns, CPNP, and Sara Chipps, FNP-C — taking new pediatric patients. Read more →
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Here is the agenda for the Buckhannon City Council meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022.
Monna Darlene Young, 80, of French Creek, died on July 25, 2026, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. She was a retired St. Joseph’s Hospital housekeeper and attended Bethlehem Community Church.
A French Creek man faces multiple charges after allegedly driving through a flood barricade on Stonecoal Road, fleeing and resisting deputies. The road remains closed as crews make emergency repairs, and officials warn of zero tolerance for violations.
Officials seek expedited federal aid after storms destroyed 33 homes and damaged hundreds in Upshur and Lewis counties. Residents must place flood debris at the curb by noon Tuesday and report damage to help secure assistance.
Flood-damaged furniture, drywall and belongings must be at the curb by noon Tuesday, July 28, for National Guard pickup.
A man was arrested after allegedly attempting to cash a fraudulent check at a local bank, as well as at other banks in the region.
Gov. Patrick Morrisey visited Pleasants and Lewis counties to assess storm, flood and tornado recovery efforts. State crews, first responders and volunteers are clearing debris, repairing infrastructure and delivering supplies to affected residents.
