City of Buckhannon to conduct annual spring cemetery clean-up March 23-27

Joshua Hall has been reappointed to a second five-year term as Milan Puskar Dean of WVU’s John Chambers College of Business and Economics, following a Spring 2026 review that praised his leadership and work ethic.

Spring is bringing a wave of upgrades around Buckhannon, from new playground equipment at North Buckhannon Park ahead of the May 1 opening to a Charles Gibson Library roof replacement starting in early to mid-May.

Buckhannon-Upshur High School seniors can apply for several spring scholarships worth $500–$1,000, with deadlines from April 15 through May 8 and additional Appalachian Impact awards for fall 2026.

Nearly 1 in 5 West Virginians has diabetes, and WVU Medicine says earlier screening and small lifestyle changes can help catch prediabetes and prevent long-term damage. Endocrinologist Jessica Perini, M.D., also highlights new medications and expanded team-based care.

B-UHS Crafts I students turned Buckhannon Academy first graders’ colorful monster drawings into handmade plushies using sewing, needle felting and embroidery.

Vandalia Health Pharmacy has relocated to a new space inside the Vandalia Health Cowen Clinic at 70 Technology Lane, making it easier to pick up prescriptions right after appointments. Hours are 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday–Friday, with the same staff and services.