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

On the City of Buckhannon Calendar: August 11-15

From Aug. 11–15, Buckhannon hosts board meetings and a Water Board session, Festival Fridays live-music event Aug. 15, public bids and notices, yard-waste collection changes, and reminders about utilities and community events.

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

Monday, August 11, 2025

Stockert Youth & Community Center Board of Directors Meeting, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – To participate virtually, join GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: via this link.  You can also dial in at (872)240-3311 – Access Code: 773-218-837

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Housing Enforcement Board Meeting, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call (786) 535-3211and use access code: 520-841-085

Thursday, August 14, 2025

Water Board Meeting 7:30 am – 8:30 am – To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call 872)240-3212 , Access Code: 234-619-757

Friday, August 15, 2025

Festival Fridays in Jawbone Park: Celebrate summer with Create Buckhannon! Enjoy live music from Analog Boy (Rock/Variety), 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 the following: Vehicle Third-Party Towing and Storage Services: Bid Details

Additional Information

Yard Waste Collection Updates – Yard waste will be collected from Buckhannon residents on August 22, 2025. Starting September 1, collections will be 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.

Notice of Public Hearing – For the City of Buckhannon Water Revenue Bond Anticipation Note, Series 2025 (Tax Exempt) – Click here for the full notice.
 
Dates to Remember – These events have been scheduled with the city’s Consolidated Public Works Board

  • August 14, 2025 – First day of classes for Upshur County Schools with a 2 ½ hour early dismissal
  • August 15 & 16, 2025 – Hillbilly Days Car Show & BBQ – in the North Buckhannon Riverfront Park, 22 Sixth Street
  • August 16, 2025 – West Virginia Wesleyan College Move-In Day
  • August 23, 2025 – Chapel Hill Block Party – on Hart Avenue
  • August 23, 2025 – RiverFest – at the Riverwalk Boat Ramp

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.

Stay updated by checking the City Website calendar: City Calendar

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