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

On the City Calendar: Week of July 28, 2025

No city meetings are scheduled this week in Buckhannon, but residents can enjoy Festival Fridays, prepare for National Night Out on August 5, and stay informed about upcoming yard waste collection, bid openings, and city reminders.

All meetings, unless specified otherwise, are open to the public and will take place in the Council Chambers at Buckhannon City Hall, located at 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201.

For agendas of board meetings, please visit Board Agendas and Minutes. For City Council meeting agendas, see: City Council Minutes.

No meetings are scheduled this week

Friday, August 1, 2025

Festival Fridays in Jawbone Park: Celebrate summer with Create Buckhannon! Enjoy live music from Sapps Hollow Band (Old Country/Gospel), Create Buckhannon Chicken Dinner Sales, local food vendors, fresh produce, and artisans. Music starts at 5:00 PM, with the headliner scheduled to perform at 6:30 PM. For more details, visit Festival Fridays on Facebook.

Bids and notices

The City of Buckhannon is accepting sealed bids for:

  • (1) 2025/New Class 8 Road Tractor: Bid Details
  • (1) New 96-Yard Open-Top Hydraulic Eject Transfer Trailer: Bid Details
  • (1) 2025/New Waste Collection 25 Yard Rear Load Refuse Truck: Bid Details
  • Vehicle Third-Party Towing and Storage Services: Bid Details

Additional information

National Night Out 2025: Join us on August 5 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Upshur County Pool (Buckhannon-Upshur High School). This event fosters community connections with emergency responders in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Enjoy family activities and valuable resources!

Yard waste collection updates: Yard waste will be collected from Buckhannon residents on August 8, and August 22, 2025. Starting September 1, collections will occur every Friday through November 30. Residents must contact City Hall to be added to the collection list. You can also drop off bagged yard waste at the Transfer Station for free (up to two truckloads per year).

Reminders – To help keep our town and streets attractive, please:

  • Lawn care needs to be performed weekly.
  • Keep grass clippings out of the street as they can block stormwater drains and cause flooding. When mowing, always blow the grass away from the street.
  • Trash cans should be hidden from public view as much as possible during the week; place them at the curb the night before collection, and return them within 24 hours after collection.

Utility bill payments

Pay utility bills online at Municipal Online Payments or by phone at 1-866-933-4026. Setting up an account allows you to monitor your consumption.

Report repairs or concerns

To report issues such as potholes or damaged signs, please call City Hall during business hours to submit a work order or use our Citizen Engagement tool: Report a Concern.

Reminders for residents

Stay updated by checking the City Website calendar: City Calendar.

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