Buckhannon moves to define habitable homes, tighten generator noise restrictions

Buckhannon-Upshur fell 178-190 to Lincoln in a home dual at Buckhannon Country Club, with Liam Davis leading the Bucs with a 45. B-U returns Monday at The Raven to face Webster County and Elkins.

WVDOT received a regional 2026 America’s Transportation Award for a hybrid-electric aircraft demonstration that landed directly atop Snowshoe Mountain.

The Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon is accepting Healthy Communities grant applications through Sept. 30, 2026. Eligible organizations serving five West Virginia counties may receive up to $20,000 for health programs or capacity building.

Mountaineer Gas will replace gas lines along Meade Street in Buckhannon beginning Monday, Aug. 31. Rolling closures and parking restrictions are expected weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for about two weeks.

West Virginia could receive up to $114.6 million from a proposed $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta. The deal would impose youth time limits and stronger safety controls on Instagram and Facebook, pending court approval.

Rock Cave IGA will close after nearly four decades under Hawkins family ownership, citing physical, financial and emotional strain. The business and property are for sale, with hopes that a new owner will revive the beloved community store.