Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board approves bee swarm trap placements

A Morgantown worker was killed and two others were taken to a hospital after a crane malfunction on an Interstate 79 bridge September 22.

West Virginia businesses, nonprofits, homeowners and renters affected by the July 21–22 storms have until Oct. 3 to apply for low-interest SBA physical damage loans. Eligible applicants can borrow for repairs, replacement and storm-mitigation upgrades.

Charleston Girl Scouts Morgan White and Laurel Schmalzer earned the Silver Award after spending 68 hours planning, funding and building community picnic tables. Their project received a $500 city grant and was completed in July 2026.

See the agenda for the Upshur County Commission meeting on September 24, 2026, including the items set for discussion and action.

Mon Hills Music Group brings six emerging songwriters to the Suncrest Buffalo Wild Wings in Morgantown on Wednesday, September 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free, with food and beverages available for purchase.

The West Virginia First Foundation is urging residents to join Save A Life Day on September 24, with more than 220 events planned statewide. Events will offer free naloxone, overdose-response training and information about local resources.