Buckhannon approved a $120,000 purchase of a flood-damaged Camden Avenue home to advance a broader drainage project. Council also renewed a $6,000 tourism partnership with Elkins after its Washington-area campaign exceeded expectations in social media response and engagement.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
West Virginia Wesleyan heads toward August 22 move-in with a strong incoming class, including a 75 percent jump in Upshur County students, plus millions in campus upgrades, new academic programs and more announcements on the way.
Christ in Action volunteers have already helped more than a dozen local families remove flood-damaged parts of their homes or complete demolitions. The group expects to remain in the area for another five weeks.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
Students entering grades 9-12 can explore performance and technical theatre at a Thespian interest session Aug. 16 in Buckhannon.
Upshur and Lewis County residents are urged to report stream debris blockages after the July 21 flash flooding. Call the Tygarts Valley district at 304-457-3026 in Upshur or the West Fork district at 304-627-2160 in Lewis.
Community Care of West Virginia earned seven national HRSA quality badges for 2026, including Gold Health Center Quality Leader. The honor places CCWV among the top 10% of U.S. health centers for overall quality.
Flood debris pickup in Upshur County is entering its final phase. Residents should place remaining debris out within two days and call or text 304-439-4698 if they have a large amount or believe their location was missed.
See the agenda for the Upshur County Commission meeting on August 13, 2026, including the items set for discussion and action.
