WVU Heart and Vascular Institute celebrates 10 years of expanding access to world-class cardiovascular care. Its pioneering treatments, research, education and collaboration have made West Virginia a destination for patients with complex conditions.
Save a Life Day will host more than 750 free naloxone events nationwide on Sept. 24, 2026. This year’s “Elevate Harm Reduction” theme champions evidence-based strategies that reverse overdoses, prevent disease and save lives.
Fairmont State’s Dr. Frank LaFone received WVAGP’s Lifetime Achievement Award for more than two decades of leadership in GIS. A WVAGP and VerySpatial founder, he continues to advance geospatial education and mentor future professionals.
Buckhannon marks Labor Day with city office closures and delayed waste collection before a week of public meetings and bulky goods pickup. Arts events include guitar lessons, exhibitions and an upcoming comedy show.
The West Virginia Humanities Council awarded minigrants of up to $2,000 to nonprofits statewide. The projects support exhibits, digitization, historic preservation, tours, workshops and other educational humanities programs.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
