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

Glenville man arrested after receiving two pounds of marijuana shipped from California

A Glenville man has been arrested after law enforcement intercepted a package from California that contained about 2 pounds of marijuana, according to a press release issued Monday afternoon.

The Mountain Lakes Drug and Violent Crime Unit — which encompasses
the Upshur County Sheriff’s Department, Buckhannon Police Department, Braxton County Sheriff’s Department, and W.Va. State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations — executed a “controlled delivery” of the intercepted package and subsequently arrested Michael Florence.

“On Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019, the Mountain Lakes Drug and Violent Crime Unit … conducted a controlled delivery of a suspect parcel and subsequently executed a search warrant at the residence of Michael Florence located on Sycamore Run Road in Glenville,” according to the release. “This search warrant had stemmed from an incident involving an intercepted parcel being shipped from the State of California that was determined to contain approximately 2 pounds of marijuana.”

During the search, officers seized the marijuana, approximately $5,000 in U.S. currency, digital scales, two firearms and “a mailing label indicative of a previous parcel from the same out-of-state sender,” the release says.

Florence was charged with possession with the intent to deliver a Schedule I controlled substance, marijuana, and unauthorized possession of firearms by a person having a prior felony conviction.

“Defendants that are charged criminally are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law,” the release notes.

Share this story:

Local Businesses

RECENT Stories

Former Buckhannon mayor sentenced to decade in prison for child pornography offense

David Walter McCauley, former Buckhannon mayor, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and 10 years supervised release for child pornography involving a 17-year-old boy, following an FBI-led investigation.

American Legion Post 7 cancels Flag Retirement Ceremony due to rain

The American Legion Post 7 has canceled its June 14 Flag Retirement Ceremony because of expected rain and thunderstorms, and will reschedule the event for a later date.

Sandra Louise Collins Garrison

Sandra Louise Collins Garrison, a longtime educator in Buckhannon, is remembered by family and former students following her death at age 73, with funeral services set for June 18 at Way of Holiness Church.
LUCAS Truck

LUCAS to offer lung cancer screening in Rock Cave, Weston, and Buckhannon

LUCAS, WVU Medicine’s mobile lung cancer screening unit, will offer low-dose CT scans in Rock Cave, Weston, and Buckhannon in July for insured and eligible uninsured patients by appointment.

Man arrested for allegedly attempting to cash unauthorized check at BC Bank in Buckhannon

Christian Lyons, 47, of Ashford, was arrested on a felony charge after allegedly attempting to cash a check without authorization at a Buckhannon bank, with surveillance and account details helping police identify him.
Summer basketball

Summer Basketball League continues to grow under UCRC director Mitchell Shaw

The Upshur County Summer Basketball League, overseen by UCRC director Mitchell Shaw, is thriving and expanding with 18 teams and 183 players, offering organized, community-focused competition and new sponsorship-driven prizes in Buckhannon.

Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for June 11, 2025

Local highlights include a June 28 Glow Stick Party at James Curry Library, Upshur Schools’ virtual learning signups, BUHS rescheduled Alumni Soccer Game and a debut novel by Chantelle Kerr.

Upshur Update: Catch up on the latest local news in our June 11, 2025 podcast

The Upshur Update highlights the return of the Almost Heaven BBQ Bash, pool openings with new inclusive programs, community achievements in literacy and sports, student honors, local recognitions, and upcoming summer events in Buckhannon and Upshur County.

‘It’s the Small Things that Count’ – Lively pens book about daughter Megan

Alisa Mauk Lively has written “It’s the Small Things that Count,” a book celebrating the life and impact of her late daughter Megan, with proceeds benefiting Upshur County Special Olympics.