Hello, Buckhannon! Catch up on what’s buzzing around Upshur County.

A full-circle moment in Buckhannon: Dr. Joseph Reed, who delivered Dr. Nathaniel Linger at birth, was honored alongside him by the WV Academy of Family Physicians.

A Buckhannon man was arrested after testing positive for methamphetamine, cocaine and fentanyl during a visit to the Upshur County Probation Office. Authorities said he drove to the courthouse while impaired and was caring for two children at the time.

Buckhannon will hold a public surplus auction with Partner Auctions on March 25, 2026 at 9 a.m. at 30 Brushy Fork Crossing. Vehicles, heavy equipment, a trailer and electric motors will be up for bid.

Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School student Ben McCune won first place at the West Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair in the Physics & Astronomy Division.

The West Virginia Board of Education’s six-month review of Upshur County Schools brought no action or discussion on restoring local autonomy, despite hopes for a recommendation this month.

Buckhannon police reported a rise in arrests and traffic enforcement in 2025 after a surge of speeding complaints, with 325 misdemeanor and 71 felony arrests, plus 917 citations and 1,211 warnings.

WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon Upshur are offering affordable spring community blood screenings in Rock Cave (March 28) and Buckhannon (April 11, 18, 25 and May 2).

St. Joseph’s Hospital marked the launch of Senior Life Solutions with a ribbon-cutting Tuesday. The program offers group and individual therapy, medication management and more for adults 65 and older dealing with depression, anxiety and major life transitions.

A 65-year-old man was arrested after an officer stopped him for allegedly driving with an unreadable license plate and found signs of impairment. He faces third-offense DUI and marijuana possession charges.

See what’s on the docket for the Upshur County Commission meeting on March 12, 2026. Review the full agenda ahead of time to stay informed on the items up for discussion and action.

Hello, Buckhannon — here’s what’s buzzing: Appalachian Impact’s Adventure Center opens downtown April 21, with a Youth Vendor Show March 21. Also on the calendar: B-UHS’s “Navigating the Teenage Years” and a free Dinosaur Play Day March 19, plus a free rock show March 14.