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

Mountain CAP to host Jan. 17 informational session on emergency repairs and weatherization

BUCKHANNON — Please join us at the Mountain CAP Family Support Center at 30 East Main Street in Buckhannon, on January 17 at 5 p.m. for an informational session about home repairs and weatherization.

Attendees will learn about Mountain CAP’s Emergency Repair and Replacement Program, Weatherization Program and the income guidelines for each. Persons interested in applying for the programs on-site should bring utility and income verification.

Light refreshments will be served.

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