BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – St. Joseph’s Hospital announced that they have set up a Nurse Triage Phone Line to serve patients who have questions about illnesses, respiratory symptoms or are concerned about infection from the Coronavirus.
The phone number is 304-473-2161 and the line will be staffed between the hours 7 a.m. and 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. For questions outside of those hours or on weekends, call 304-473-2000.
Buckhannon police are sponsoring a free screening of In the Name of Me and You on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. at the Colonial Arts Center, highlighting addiction, recovery and community healing.
Guy C. Sayre, 86, of Buckhannon, died February 22, 2026, at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, WV. He was a U.S. Army veteran, retired from Moore Business Forms, and enjoyed woodworking and hunting.
Brenda Joyce Shannon, 75, of Buckhannon, WV, passed away on February 20, 2026, at Holbrooks Healthcare Center. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, caregiver, and woman of faith.
James B. Smith, 79, of Buckhannon, WV, passed away on February 21, 2026, in Fairmont, WV. He was a retired U.S. Army veteran who loved his faith, family, and sharing music through singing and guitar.
Bonnie’s Bus brings 3D digital screening mammograms and breast care education to Clendenin, Elkins, Buckhannon, Reedsville and Parsons March 18–27, with appointments available by phone.
Hello, Buckhannon — here’s what’s buzzing: St. Joseph’s Hospital celebrates the retirement of a longtime staffer, Upshur County students welcome Chinese New Year with a handmade dragon, the library plans a seed swap and more.
