Man involved in shootout accused of instigating retaliatory attack from jail

Nine West Virginia career technical education teams will build edible crash-test vehicles for the 2026 Culineering Challenge on October 21 in Charleston.

Bonnie’s Buses will offer mammograms in six communities October 13–17, including Community Care of Buckhannon October 16. Appointments require a physician’s order.

OUR House’s Freedom Through Recovery team is recruiting walkers, runners and donors for Run For It on September 26 in Davis. A jewelry raffle during Save a Life Day on September 24 will also support the fundraiser.

The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.

Larry Haney, 79, of Buckhannon, died unexpectedly at his home on September 14, 2026. A U.S. Army veteran, he enjoyed attending his grandsons’ sporting events.

B-U senior Angelina Winter reflects on competing in cross country, track, tennis and wrestling, including a state cross-country berth. She also shares her love of challenges, Buccaneer camaraderie, Spider-Man and her goal of becoming a nurse.