Community Bulletin
The WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Rural Health Clinic is now accepting newborns at its Buckhannon office, with two providers — Rachel Burns, CPNP, and Sara Chipps, FNP-C — taking new pediatric patients. Read more →
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The Fred Brooks Garden Club recently announced the Yards of the Month for August.
Buckhannon-Upshur is turning the page after a 68–0 season-opening loss to No. 1 Bridgeport, which piled up 604 yards. The Bucs managed 28 yards and two first downs but hope to regroup before visiting Philip Barbour.
WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital earned a five-star CMS patient survey rating, placing it among the nation’s highest-rated. The honor reflects compassionate, high-quality care, strong communication and responsiveness.
The WVU School of Dentistry has opened the first phase of its clinic expansion, modernizing pediatric, orthodontic and general dental care. The $12.6 million project will strengthen student training and expand access to care across West Virginia.
Stonewall Resort will celebrate Labor Day weekend Sept. 4–6, 2026, with live music, family activities, water recreation and festive dining. Highlights include a boat parade, contests and Sunday night fireworks over Stonewall Jackson Lake.
See the agenda for the Buckhannon Colonial Arts Center Board meeting on September 1, 2026, including the items set for discussion and action.
The West Virginia First Foundation is marking International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31 by honoring lives lost to overdose and supporting those in recovery. By year’s end, it will have invested nearly $50 million in prevention, treatment and recovery statewide.
