West Virginia’s Department of Commerce is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week, April 26-May 2, with two Capitol events connecting employers, job seekers and students to apprenticeship opportunities.
Work on the first phases of the 70-acre John C. Allen Regional Hub site could begin in the coming months, Commissioner Kristie Tenney said recently. The $40-$50 million project along Corridor H would combine indoor sports facilities with outdoor fields, trails and lodging.
Mr. Understood releases “Pain Built This Place,” a new album dedicated to his hometown of Buckhannon, on all major streaming platforms.
Buckhannon-Upshur’s teams stayed in the WV MetroNews rankings this week, with the Lady Bucs climbing to No. 5 in the Class AAAA softball poll. The Buccaneers slipped two spots to No. 9 in baseball as Cabell Midland and Jefferson held the top spots.
Buckhannon-Upshur’s Lady Bucs split a rare home doubleheader, falling 11-1 to state power George Washington before roaring back to crush Hedgesville 13-3. Mallory Moss powered the win with a career-high nine goals as B-U improved to 6-2.
Helen Blanche Bolyard (Bruno) Grigaliunas, of Buckhannon, WV, passed away on April 22, 2026, at United Hospital in Bridgeport. She was remembered for her faith, kindness, and love of family, friends, and pets.
