Three hiking trails you don’t want to miss
BUCKHANNON – West Virginia is known for the peace and tranquility it offers outdoors enthusiasts, and Upshur County, located in the heart of the state, offers three distinct trails where…
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West Virginia governor sounds the alarm as COVID-19 deaths, hospitalizations mount
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice said new COVID-19 mitigation measures could be announced as soon as Wednesday as state hospitals begin to struggle with the surge in new cases. The…
Meals available for pickup Wednesdays during Upshur Schools’ remote learning period
BUCKHANNON – One question that’s arisen for some parents and guardians of Upshur County School students since the Upshur County Board of Education voted to switch to remote learning only…
Band of Brothers on track to brighten Christmases of residents in 25 north-central W.Va. nursing homes
BUCKHANNON – When the Band of Brothers set out to brighten the Christmases of nursing residents in north-central West Virginia, the local Christian men’s group thought they’d at least be…
COVID-19 hospitalizations in West Virginia surge as November draws to a close
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources announced Monday that 845 new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in the Mountain State. Locally, new cases were reported in…
North-central West Virginia resident finds healing for body, soul in search for Mountain State mushrooms
BUCKHANNON – As outdoor enthusiasts explore Mother Nature while walking, running, hiking, or biking, many take notice of the natural world that surrounds them. Indeed, any avid wilderness explorer has…
Upshur County reports a record 134 active COVID-19 cases on Sunday
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources announced Sunday that 1,152 new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in the Mountain State. Locally, new cases were reported in…
WVSSAC announces 2020 high school football champions after playoffs canceled
The West Virginia Secondary Schools Athletic Commission confirmed the 2020 “Super Six” high school football championships will not be played after Saturday’s COVID-19 map forced cancelations in all three divisions.…
Upshur County reports 17 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources announced Saturday that 799 new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in the Mountain State. Locally, new cases were reported in…
The Grinch to descend Mount Crumpit for two scheduled appearances at Sweet-A-Licious in December
BUCKHANNON – ‘Who’ knew? The Grinch who tried to steal Christmas from Cindy Lou Who and her town will venture down from the ragged peak of Mount Crumpit to make…
