River Fest returns in August with free food, live music and paddling for the whole community

Sunbeams & Moonshine Creations will showcase custom-fit permanent jewelry at the WV Hive booth during Bridge Day on October 17. Visitors can meet owner Erica Williams and five other local entrepreneurs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Buckhannon officials are seeking help to keep the Stockert Youth and Community Center basketball program running in 2026 following director Debora Brockleman’s retirement. They hope to have a plan put together by October 1.

In a wild fourth quarter, Wesleyan churned through a 19-play drive, struck for a 79-yard touchdown on fourth-and-two and pounced on a kickoff fumble. The Bobcats held off West Virginia State, 28-23, through a game packed with late drama.

WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and Buckhannon Upshur Rotary will offer $35 blood screenings by appointment Oct. 10-31 in Buckhannon and Nov. 7 in Rock Cave. Optional tests are available, and participants must fast for 12 hours.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will waive day-use fees at its recreation areas nationwide on Sept. 26 for National Public Lands Day. Volunteers can join restoration projects at participating sites and may receive a fee-free coupon.

Vandalia Health will celebrate the grand opening of Mon Harrison Neighborhood Hospital in Bridgeport on September 22. The 11 a.m. ceremony will feature a ribbon cutting, refreshments and facility tours.