Patrick Lane announces candidacy for Upshur County Commission
Patrick Lane, a lifelong Upshur County resident and longtime local business manager, has announced his candidacy for Upshur County Commissioner in the 2026 election.
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WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary scholarship applications available
WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary is accepting applications for its 2026 healthcare scholarship program, awarding two $1,000 scholarships to eligible Upshur County students. Applications are available now and must be submitted by May 1.
Buckhannon Upshur Camera Club displays photos at Maple Syrup Festival
The Buckhannon Upshur Camera Club showcased 124 photos at the Pickens Maple Syrup Festival, drawing 900+ People’s Choice ballots. The ribbon went to Al Tucker for “Dolly Sods Sunrise.” The club’s next exhibit is at the WV Strawberry Festival in May.
Ticket deadline nears for Upshur County Public Library’s annual ramp dinner
The Upshur County Public Library’s 31st Annual Ramp Dinner returns April 17, with dine-in and carryout options. Tickets are on sale until 10 a.m. April 15, and proceeds support library programs and summer reading.
Bench stolen from Gibson Library in Buckhannon returned Thursday afternoon
A community bench donated by the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur to the Gibson Library was taken overnight on April 8 and returned the next day amid an active police investigation.
Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for April 8, 2026
Hello, Buckhannon! Catch up on all the latest buzz in this edition of Buckhannon Banter.
Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce seeks Executive Director
The Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce is hiring a full-time executive director to lead operations, grow membership, coordinate events and strengthen community partnerships. The role offers a flexible schedule; applications are now being accepted.
Reminder: Local candidate forum set for Wednesday, April 15 at Wesleyan
A candidate forum is set for 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, at WVWC’s Performing Arts Center, hosted by the B-U Chamber of Commerce, My Buckhannon and WVWC Student Senate. The event will feature candidates running for county commission, board of education and city council.
WVWC to host jazz festival April 10-12
West Virginia Wesleyan College will host the 2026 Jazz Festival April 10-12, bringing high school jazz students from north central West Virginia to campus for collaboration, learning and performance with clinician Adam Loudin ’07. Performances are free and open to the public.
Jan Craig announces candidacy for Upshur County Board of Education
Incumbent board president Jan Craig is asking voters for another term on the Upshur County Board of Education. She highlights efforts to regain local control, maintain enrollment and support teachers and staff across the district.
