Soccer Bucs battle unbeaten East Fairmont but come up short in 2-0 loss

Charles James Poundstone Jr., 68, of Buckhannon, WV, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, storyteller and outdoorsman, passed away January 12, 2026, and will be remembered for his warmth, generosity and love of family.

Log in to My Buckhannon on any device with our code-based system — no passwords needed — or use the ‘magic’ email link for instant access.

West Virginia Wesleyan College welcomed its largest mid-year undergraduate class in 32 years, with 62 new students drawn to majors like exercise science, business, psychology and biology.

WVU alumnus Don Brodie and his wife, Linda, are investing $5 million to establish the Linda and Don Brodie Deanship at the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences.

WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital manager Shelby Wilson, RN, has opened Ally’s Hope, a faith-based sober living home in Elkins for women in recovery.

Fairmont State swept West Virginia Wesleyan, winning the women’s meet 127-30 and the men’s meet 109-68 despite several season-best swims and individual victories by Bobcats.