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: Week of Dec. 29, 2025

No regularly scheduled meetings this week. City offices and waste collection closed January 1 for New Year’s Day.

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.

For board meeting agendas and minutes, click here. For City Council meeting agendas and minutes, click here.

This week

There are no regularly scheduled meetings this week.

All city offices, including City Hall and the Transfer Station, will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026, for New Year’s Day. No waste collection will occur on New Year’s Day. Customers will be picked up on Friday, January 2, 2026.

City resources

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 utility usage.

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

Stay updated by checking the City of Buckhannon website.

The City of Buckhannon wishes you a Happy New Year!

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