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: October 20-24, 2025

Here’s what’s on Buckhannon’s calendar for Oct. 20–24: Public meetings at City Hall, curbside recycling, yard waste pickup, and the Friday Farmers Market. The city also announced dates for Halloween festivities, the Veterans Day parade, and upcoming holiday 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, October 20, 2025

  • Police Civil Service Commission – 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call (408) 650-3123, access code 122-864-605.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

  • Curbside Recycling Pick-Up begins at 6:00 a.m. – Pick-up is within the City Limits of Buckhannon. Information about recycling can be found on our website at https://buckhannonwv.org/residents/recycling/, at City Hall, or by calling the Recycling Center or Upshur County Solid Waste Authority at (304) 472-4443.

Thursday, October 23, 2025

  • Consolidated Public Works Board Meeting – 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call (872) 240-3212, access code 376-934-309.

Friday, October 24, 2025

  • Yard Waste Collection for City Residents – Yard Waste (debris) will be collected from City of Buckhannon residents. Residents must contact Buckhannon City Hall to be placed on the collection list. City residents may take their bagged yard waste (debris) to the Transfer Station during regular operating hours at no charge, and may bring up to two truckloads per year, also at no charge.
  • Farmers Market in Jawbone Park: The Buckhannon Upshur Farmers Market will offer fresh produce and popular local items every Friday beginning at 2:30 p.m., in Jawbone Park now through Friday, October 31st.

Dates to Remember – These events have been scheduled with the city’s Consolidated Public Works Board

  • October 27, 2025 – Trunk-or-Treat will be held in the Public Safety Complex Parking Lot from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  • October 31, 2025 – Trick-or-Treat in Buckhannon’s city limits from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
  • October 31, 2025 – Pop’s Furniture Halloween Costume Contest in Jawbone Park from 7:45 to 8:30 p.m.
  • November 11, 2025 – Veterans Day Parade down Main Street with activities afterward in Jawbone Park. The parade lineup begins at 8:30 a.m.
  • November 27, 2025 – Upshur County Recreational Complex will hold a 5K, beginning in Jawbone Park at 7:30 a.m.
  • December 5, 2025 – Buckhannon Fire Department Christmas Parade down Main Street at 6:00 p.m. Santa Claus will visit the Buckhannon Fire Department following the parade.
  • December 14, 2025 – Annual Menorah Lighting in Jawbone Park at 7:00 p.m.

Additional Information

Buckhannon (NEW) Water Treatment Plant Project – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – The City of Buckhannon plans to construct a new $33 million water treatment plant and invest an additional $5.5 million in pipeline upgrades. Click here for the most frequently asked questions from the public, along with the answers from those involved in the project.

Coming to the Colonial Arts Center

  • October 23 thru 26, 2025 – Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “PUFFS”
  • December 4 thru 7, 2025 – Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.”

Coming to the Event Center at Brushy Fork –

  • November 08, 2025 – Mountain Heart Training Event (Private Event)
  • November 10, 2025 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur
  • November 19, 2025 – Private Sports Award Event
  • November 22, 2025 – Holly Jolly Craft Show
  • December 06, 2025 – Holiday “FURtastic” Elimination Dinner (More Information)
  • December 09, 2025 – Corporate Holiday Event (Private Event)
  • February 7, 2026 – BUHS Band Boosters Bingo
  • February 13, 2026 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur
  • February 14, 2026 – Hands and Hearts for Christ Fundraiser
  • March 21, 2026 – Friends of the NRA Fundraiser
  • May 2, 2026 – The SETH Project Gala
  • August 14, 2026 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur
  • November 13, 2026 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur

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

  • 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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