Former Upshur County Senior Center director charged with embezzling more than $79,000

Buckhannon’s latest financial audit found no known fraud, noncompliance, deficiencies or material weaknesses. City officials praised the finance staff, while council prepares to appoint a committee to select the next auditing firm.

Meet the new faculty teaching business, psychology, theatre, music, physics and English at West Virginia Wesleyan College for the 2026-2027 academic year.

West Virginia State Police cadets will begin Keystone Model crisis training Sept. 9. Classroom lessons and realistic simulations will teach them to recognize behavioral health emergencies, communicate effectively and safely de-escalate encounters.

More than 400 Lewis County middle school students displaced by July floods are attending classes at WVU Jackson’s Mill for the 2026-27 school year. The partnership offers a sense of community plus history, STEAM and outdoor learning opportunities.

Jenkins Ford’s fourth annual car show will benefit pancreatic cancer research Sept. 19 in Buckhannon. The event features raffles, trivia, prizes, survivor recognition and more than 25 trophies, with proceeds supporting PanCAN.

Step back 200 years at Blennerhassett Island’s Mansion by Candlelight on October 9-10, with sternwheeler rides, lantern-lit tours, period entertainment and folklore. Tickets are on sale now, and a Harvest Supper can be added by advance reservation.