Here’s the latest episode of the new My Buckhannon exclusive feature: Off the Cuff with sports editor Duane Carpenter. In this edition, Duane chats with Buckhannon-Upshur High School wrestling coach Jacob Orr.
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A free concert, bigger parade and expanded entertainment: Buckhannon’s investment helps Strawberry Festival festival reach new heights
Buckhannon boosted its support for the West Virginia Strawberry Festival with a record $50,000 contribution, helping fund a free Main Street concert headlined by Parmalee and expanded entertainment.
Carolyn Teets
Carolyn Teets, 77, of the Buckhannon community, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026. Born in Elkins, WV, she was known for her kindness, love of motorcycles, and commitment to helping others in sobriety.
West Virginians vote out high court judges despite heavy spending by conservative groups
West Virginia voters ousted three appointed high-court judges despite hundreds of thousands of dollars spent by outside groups to keep them on the bench.
Man arrested after officers respond to overdose in Buckhannon
A Buckhannon man was arrested on multiple drug-related charges after police responded to a wreck on North Spring Street and allegedly found fentanyl in the vehicle. Additional charges stem from a December 2025 overdose where drugs were found nearby.
JarHead Farm wins pitch contest, is named 2025 Survivor Bee of the Year by WV Hive
Veteran father-daughter team Stan Loder and Natasha Zoe took top honors in the Southern West Virginia Business Idea Pitch Competition, and JarHead Farm was named WV Hive’s 2025 Survivor Bee of the Year.
WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s and United Hospital Center named to Newsweek maternity list
WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital and United Hospital Center were named to Newsweek’s 2026 list of “America’s Best Maternity Hospitals,” recognizing high-quality, patient-centered care.
