Parkersburg High School rising senior Brenna Bond was named the 19th West Virginia Scholar, earning a full tuition plus room-and-board scholarship to West Virginia Wesleyan College starting in fall 2027.
A man was arrested for strangulation after police responded to an incident at Zickefoose Trailer Park. The criminal complaint alleges he knocked the victim to the ground and choked her before a neighbor called 911.
See the agenda for the Upshur County Commission meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026, including the items set for discussion and action. Stay informed on what the Commission will be considering at this upcoming meeting.
Buckhannon’s June 15–20 calendar includes curbside recycling pickup June 16, a City Council meeting June 17, and the Almost Heaven BBQ Bash June 18–20—West Virginia’s only nationally sanctioned BBQ competition.
Kids ages 8-17 can take a free 15- to 20-minute introductory flight during Young Eagles Day on July 18 at Upshur County Regional Airport. Pre-registration is now open, with limited spots available.
Buckhannon’s July 3 Festival Friday at Jawbone Park will feature live music, food vendors, kids activities and fireworks. The evening also includes a special ceremony recognizing the United States’ 250th anniversary.
Buckhannon’s buzzing with fresh updates: a new America 250 history mural is complete downtown, and Jawbone Park hosts the Almost Heaven BBQ Bash June 18-20 with about 40 championship teams and plenty of vendors.
Upshur County Sheriff Mike Coffman told Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce members that workplace security starts with hiring and a safety-first mindset. He also urged businesses to consider cameras, better lighting and even LPRs to deter crime and aid investigations.
St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary is funding a new bereavement program for families who lose a baby during delivery, providing memorial necklaces with the baby’s birth-month birthstone.
See what’s on the docket for the Buckhannon City Council meeting on June 17, 2026, with the full agenda outlining planned discussions and actions. Stay informed on upcoming city business and decisions.
