Football Bucs embrace underdog role against Bridgeport in opener Friday night

The Fairmont State Foundation raised $4.6 million in fiscal 2026, surpassing its goal and increasing fundraising 84% year over year. It also awarded $1.3 million in scholarships and raised a record $880,152 through its Day of Giving.

WVU’s new STEAM Innovation Alliance will connect education, entrepreneurship and real-world problem-solving across West Virginia. The $2.6 million initiative aims to serve 300 educators and 15,000 middle and high school students over three years.

Engineers linked Reger Avenue’s recurring flooding to an altered road grade, buried curbs, aging pipes and drainage gaps. They recommend mapping and inspecting the system before adding inlets or milling and regrading the street.

The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.

Gavin Moody shot a 40 to tie for second, while Alex Fisher carded a 42 for fifth at Clarksburg Country Club. Buckhannon-Upshur tied Robert C. Byrd for third with a team score of 177.

Buckhannon-Upshur debuted at No. 13 in the WVSSAC Class AAAA playoff ratings after a 24-19 win over Nicholas County. The Buccaneers host Elkins on Friday, with the top 16 teams qualifying for the postseason.