Philippi man sentenced for federal drug charge

The Upshur County Commission is accepting applications for a full-time E911 telecommunicator (dispatch) position starting at $15 per hour, with higher pay possible for experienced applicants. Position remains open until filled.

The Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board is weighing ramp and lift options to provide ADA access to the new, taller Jawbone Park stage.

Buckhannon’s Feb. 9–13 calendar includes a Feb. 12 Water Board meeting, Feb. 13 bulky goods pickup (call by Feb. 11), and an artist reception for Al Tucker’s “My Photo Finish” at the Colonial Arts Center. The city also urges winter weather safety as conditions rapidly change.

WVU Extension’s West Virginia Small Farm Conference returns Feb. 26–28 in Charleston, offering 23,000 small farm families education, new tech ideas and networking to boost efficiency and profits.

Gov. Patrick Morrisey says the IJDC approved nearly $9 million for five West Virginia water and sewer projects to boost reliability and support growth.

Leadership Upshur’s 2025-2026 class closed out its final session with a hands-on service project and a team-building retreat. From painting a new community space to tackling a virtual reality escape room, participants put leadership lessons into action.