Important announcement from the Upshur County Sheriff’s Tax Office: 2021 real estate taxes are due by Oct. 31

John William Hitt, Jr., 95, of Weston, WV, died on March 28, 2026, at the White Sulphur Springs Center in White Sulphur Springs, WV. He was a U.S. Coast Guard veteran and tugboat mechanic who loved the outdoors.

WVDA is bringing back the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program for the 2026 growing season, offering eligible low-income seniors $30 vouchers for fresh, locally grown produce.

The American Red Cross of Allegheny Highlands has set two upcoming blood drives in Upshur County and is urging residents to keep donating. Executive director Jason Keeling shared local service numbers, from CPR training to disaster response and support for military families.

The inaugural West Virginia Community Band Festival on May 2 at Buckhannon-Upshur High School will bring together 11 bands from across the state. Expect a full day of live music plus craft vendors, food trucks and concessions.

Stonewall Resort hosts its annual Easter Sunday brunch (11 a.m.–3 p.m.) and dinner (5–9 p.m.) at Stillwaters Restaurant on April 5, featuring classic favorites with unique flavors—reservations required.

Adults are invited to Camp Mountaineer on April 11 at 6 p.m. for the Second Annual Egg Quest, an adults-only night of hunting 15,000+ eggs, food, music, cash, prizes, pull tabs and a 50/50 raffle.