Students in the Art 2 class at Buckhannon-Upshur High School made the entrance to the school a little more cheerful this week, painting a variety of holiday scenes on the glass doors. Front Santas to festive frogs, their work adds a colorful burst of cheer to the school’s hallways.
Joshua Hall has been reappointed to a second five-year term as Milan Puskar Dean of WVU’s John Chambers College of Business and Economics, following a Spring 2026 review that praised his leadership and work ethic.
Spring is bringing a wave of upgrades around Buckhannon, from new playground equipment at North Buckhannon Park to a Charles Gibson Library roof replacement.
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.
Nearly 1 in 5 West Virginians has diabetes, and WVU Medicine says earlier screening and small lifestyle changes can help catch prediabetes and prevent long-term damage. Endocrinologist Jessica Perini, M.D., also highlights new medications and expanded team-based care.
B-UHS Crafts I students turned Buckhannon Academy first graders’ colorful monster drawings into handmade plushies using sewing, needle felting and embroidery.
Vandalia Health Pharmacy has relocated to a new space inside the Vandalia Health Cowen Clinic at 70 Technology Lane, making it easier to pick up prescriptions right after appointments. Hours are 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday–Friday, with the same staff and services.
