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

From the City of Buckhannon: Festival Fridays, fireworks a winning combination

Photo by Alisa Lively, courtesy City of Buckhannon

BUCKHANNON — The City of Buckhannon thanks all who joined in as a community to kick off the 4th of July 2021 weekend with a successful Festival Fridays (even with the rain) featuring games and activities for all ages, performances by Stockert Youth & Community Center Drill Team, the Elite Twirlers, and the musical group StoneStreet, all presented by Create Buckhannon.

The evening wrapped up with a magnificent 25-minute Larry Gregory Fireworks Display, which was sponsored by the City of Buckhannon. Thanks to all those who worked so hard to put the activities together and to our City Crews and First Responders for keeping our areas beautiful and safe. Happy 4th of July, Buckhannon!

Storms blew in to downtown Buckhannon around 7 p.m. Friday, but skies cleared up and colorful fireworks dazzled spectators just a few short hours later. / Photo by Alisa Lively, courtesy of City of Buckhannon

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