Category: Buckhannon News

See the agenda and public notice for the City of Buckhannon Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 29, 2026. Get the key details on the upcoming session and how to stay informed.

Buckhannon’s March 16–20 calendar includes curbside recycling pickup starting 6 a.m. Tuesday, a Downtown Seasonal Decoration Committee meeting Tuesday evening, and City Council Thursday 7–9 p.m.

Hello, Buckhannon—here’s what’s buzzing March 10: B-UHS YLA students are painting picnic tables for city parks and the WV Strawberry Festival, and WVWC will host a free “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on April 16.

West Virginia Wesleyan’s service scholars completed 5,000 hours of community service last semester — work valued at more than $167,000. Social Action Coordinator Graham Godwin told Rotary how the scholarship program connects students with local nonprofits.

Buckhannon-Upshur High School seniors can apply for several spring scholarships worth $500–$1,000, with deadlines from April 15 through May 8 and additional Appalachian Impact awards for fall 2026.

Spring is bringing a wave of upgrades around Buckhannon, from new playground equipment at North Buckhannon Park to a Charles Gibson Library roof replacement.

B-UHS Crafts I students turned Buckhannon Academy first graders’ colorful monster drawings into handmade plushies using sewing, needle felting and embroidery.

The Upshur County Youth Camp is hiring seasonal workers in Selbyville for the summer season, with openings for kitchen, cleaning, grounds keeping and lifeguard staff. Apply online or in person by May 1.

The Buckhannon-Upshur Recreational Park is hiring lifeguards, admission workers, concession staff and assistant managers for the 2026 season.

Hello, Buckhannon! Catch up on what’s buzzing around Upshur County.