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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for July 2, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today: Cloverbud Day Camps […]
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Emergency agencies stress need for coordinated incident plans during large events with road closures
The Buckhanon Consolidated Public Works Board highlighted the importance of preparing an incident action plan for events that close streets and block roadways. The CPWB invited Jim Stalnaker with the WV Classic Wheels Car Club to attend their June 26 […]
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Stockert Youth and Community Center Board Meeting Agenda: July 3, 2025
Here is the agenda for the City of Buckhannon Stockert Youth and Community Center Board meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025.
Buckhannon Waste Board Agenda: July 3, 2025
Here is the agenda for the City of Buckhannon Waste Collection Board meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025.
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Woman arrested on six felony charges after allegedly shooting at a man in Upshur County
A Kanawha County woman was arrested on six felony charges after allegedly shooting at a man in Upshur County. Jocelyn M. Krum, 28, of Charleston, West Virginia, was arrested for two counts of burglary, two counts of wanton endangerment involving […]
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Buckhannon man sentenced to 11 to 21 years for Bailey Ridge Road shootout
The Buckhannon man involved in a shootout with a homeowner on Bailey Ridge Road in March 2024 was sentenced to 11 to 21 years in the state penitentiary Monday in Upshur County Circuit Court. After pleading guilty to four charges […]
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Davis & Elkins College students recognized for high academic honors for Spring 2025 semester
Davis & Elkins College has released the president’s and dean’s list for the Spring 2025 semester. The president’s list includes all full-time students who earned
Fred W. Eberle Technical Center Administrative Council to meet July 8
The Fred W. Eberle Technical Center Administrative Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, June 8, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the center —
Man faces new charge related to stolen UTV from Barbour County
A man arrested last week faces a new charge related to a stolen UTV from Barbour County. Travis Medina, 41, of Buckhannon, was charged with receiving or transferring stolen goods. According to the criminal complaint in the Upshur County Magistrate […]
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River Fest returns in August with free food, live music and paddling for the whole community
The 2025 River Fest aims to attract approximately 200 attendees to a free event that showcases the Buckhannon River. Event organizer Kevin Campbell attended the June 26 Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board meeting to share statistics from the 2024 River […]
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B-U now in Class AAAA in all sports; moved to new South Region after WVSSAC restructuring
The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission has released its new regional alignments for the next two academic years, and the decision brings big changes to Buccaneer athletics, which will now primarily compete against teams in the southern half of […]
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Mountain East Conference extends invitation to Shawnee State University
The Mountain East Conference Board of Directors is pleased to announce its approval of the addition of Shawnee State University to become the league’s 12th
Youth football camp a success as Baisden uses summer flex days to improve Bucs
A huge turnout of young athletes took the field at Buckhannon-Upshur High School for the Buccaneers’ annual youth football camp. The two-day youth camp is an outreach effort from the Buckhannon-Upshur football staff and team aimed at building relationships with […]
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B-U’s Landon Marple earns All-State baseball honors
TENNERTON – Buckhannon-Upshur senior Landon Marple was named to the 2025 West Virginia Sports Writers Association Class AAAA All-State Baseball Team. Marple was selected to the Honorable Mention Team. Marple led the Bucs in hitting this year with a .312 […]
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Weese family legacy burns bright as Brandon coaches Flame 304 to new growth
The name Weese has been synonymous with Buckhannon-Upshur Buccaneer basketball for decades, and now Brandon Weese is keeping that tradition alive. With his father, David, playing for legendary Buckhannon-Upshur head coach Jim Marsh, and his sister, Jessica, making the state […]
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Knabenshue named to Second Team All-State Softball Team
TENNERTON – Madison Knabenshue certainly made her mark as a freshman on the Buckhannon-Upshur softball Lady Buc roster. As an outfielder, she led the Lady
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Fairmont State’s Jared Tadlock named to 2025 Generation Next: 40 Under 40
Fairmont State University proudly celebrates Assistant Professor of Graphic Design Jared Tadlock, who has been named one of the 2025 Generation Next: 40 Under 40
WVU welcomes Elior Collegiate Dining as campus dining partner with goal of providing ‘best possible college dining experience’
With the understanding that food is an important component of successful college experiences, West Virginia University is partnering with Elior Collegiate Dining to provide improved
West Virginia Office of Energy issues reminder about grant application deadline
The West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) announced today that its current round of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funding is well underway, with
WVDNR seeks input on State Wildlife Action Plan
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced that it will hold a series of open house meetings in July to gather public
West Virginia governor announces new Purple Alert program
Governor Patrick Morrisey recently announced the launch of the state’s new Purple Alert system through the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security and State Police.
WVDNR Police announce July 4 sober boating safety checks
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that Natural Resources Police officers will participate in Operation Dry Water, a national awareness and
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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for July 2, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s
Emergency agencies stress need for coordinated incident plans during large events with road closures
The Buckhanon Consolidated Public Works Board highlighted the importance of preparing an incident action plan for events that close streets and block roadways. The CPWB invited Jim Stalnaker with the WV Classic Wheels Car Club
Stockert Youth and Community Center Board Meeting Agenda: July 3, 2025
Here is the agenda for the City of Buckhannon Stockert Youth and Community Center Board meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025.
Buckhannon Waste Board Agenda: July 3, 2025
Here is the agenda for the City of Buckhannon Waste Collection Board meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025.
SHOPS & SERVICES
B-U now in Class AAAA in all sports; moved to new South Region after WVSSAC restructuring
The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission has released its new regional alignments for the next two academic years, and the decision brings big changes to Buccaneer athletics, which will now primarily compete against teams
Mountain East Conference extends invitation to Shawnee State University
The Mountain East Conference Board of Directors is pleased to announce its approval of the addition of Shawnee State University to become the league’s 12th full-time member. Shawnee State, a regional public university located in
Youth football camp a success as Baisden uses summer flex days to improve Bucs
A huge turnout of young athletes took the field at Buckhannon-Upshur High School for the Buccaneers’ annual youth football camp. The two-day youth camp is an outreach effort from the Buckhannon-Upshur football staff and team
B-U’s Landon Marple earns All-State baseball honors
TENNERTON – Buckhannon-Upshur senior Landon Marple was named to the 2025 West Virginia Sports Writers Association Class AAAA All-State Baseball Team. Marple was selected to the Honorable Mention Team. Marple led the Bucs in hitting
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Fairmont State’s Jared Tadlock named to 2025 Generation Next: 40 Under 40
Fairmont State University proudly celebrates Assistant Professor of Graphic Design Jared Tadlock, who has been named one of the 2025 Generation Next: 40 Under 40 honorees by The State Journal and WV News. Tadlock was
WVU welcomes Elior Collegiate Dining as campus dining partner with goal of providing ‘best possible college dining experience’
With the understanding that food is an important component of successful college experiences, West Virginia University is partnering with Elior Collegiate Dining to provide improved residential, retail and catering dining services on its Morgantown, Beckley
West Virginia Office of Energy issues reminder about grant application deadline
The West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) announced today that its current round of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funding is well underway, with many local governments and nonprofits already applying to advance energy-saving
WVDNR seeks input on State Wildlife Action Plan
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced that it will hold a series of open house meetings in July to gather public input on the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP), which is