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

Central WV Aging Services travels to Biltmore Estate and Asheville, NC

Central WV Aging Services at the Blue Ridge Parkway / Photo submitted by Central WV Aging Services

BUCKHANNON – A local social services organization in Buckhannon recently took a motorcoach trip to the beautiful scenery of the Biltmore Estate and the Asheville, North Carolina area.

Central West Virginia Aging Services serves our state as “a multi-faceted social services organization serving the elderly and disabled population” with a mission to “provide the highest quality, most reliable home care service and daily living solutions for West Virginia residents,” according to their website.

Last month, Central West Virginia Aging Services packed their bags with their eyes set on adventure and making memories in Asheville, NC. Guests departed by motorcoach from Buckhannon Walmart or Weston Kroger on November 6 for a four day, three night trip with many fun activities listed on the itinerary.

This exciting trip included three nights lodging in the breath-taking Asheville area, six delicious meals, a guided tour of Asheville with a full day of exploring the famous Biltmore Estate and the gardens. What many may not know is that the Biltmore Estate is America’s largest privately owned home.

The fun did not end there! The trip also included the a visit to Antler Village & Winery, the magnificent St. Lawrence Basilica, a scenic drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway and a visit to the famous Folk Art Center.

Learn more about upcoming adventures with Central West Virginia Aging Services by calling their headquarters at 8 North Spring Street in Buckhannon at 304-472-0395. This location serves Barbour, Harrison, Lewis, Pocahontas, Randolph, Tucker, and Upshur Counties.

Share this story:

Local Businesses

RECENT Stories

Buckhannon shifts sidewalk focus to Route 20 South after property owners refuse access north of town

After property owners refused access for Gateway North sidewalk work, Buckhannon officials voted to pursue sidewalks and lighting on Route 20 South instead and seek transfer or new funding for the southern project.

Buckhannon City Council Agenda: December 18, 2025

The Buckhannon City Council will meet December 18, 2025, and this agenda outlines items to be discussed at that session.

Upshur County Board of Education Agenda: December 16, 2025

Get the full agenda for the Upshur County Board of Education meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025. See what’s on…

Denise St. Clair Straight

Denise St. Clair Straight, 71, a beloved Buckhannon kindergarten teacher, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and community volunteer, died December 11, remembered for her generosity, humor, baking and lifelong service to students and neighbors.

Loretta Rose (Kelley) Westfall

Loretta Rose (Kelley) Westfall, 63, of Tallmansville, WV, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and Tenmile Baptist Church singer, died December 13, 2025; she will be cremated and a memorial service held later.

Upshur County Sports Calendar

This week’s Upshur County sports calendar lists local basketball games, swimming meets, and wrestling events for Buckhannon-Upshur and area schools from Dec. 15–21, with several home and away contests and some TBA times.

Wesleyan women cruise past Salem in non-conference win, 71–43

West Virginia Wesleyan dominated Salem 71–43, shooting 50.9%, outrebounding the Tigers 44–28, getting 54 points in the paint and four double-digit scorers to improve to 4–2 (2–1 MEC).

Basketball ‘Cats drop heartbreaker to Salem, 76-75

West Virginia Wesleyan lost a 76–75 heartbreaker at Salem after late free throws gave the Tigers a one-point edge despite Curtis Litton’s 18 points, Wesleyan’s 47–34 rebounding advantage and a go-ahead three with one second left.

Tenney, Baisden earn Second Team All-State honors for Buckhannon-Upshur

Two Buckhannon-Upshur Buccaneers, senior utility QB Dawson Tenney and junior defensive lineman Kadyn Baisden, were named to the WVSWA 2025 Class AAAA Second Team All-State Football roster.