All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Buckhannon Water Department begins switching Meade Street customers to new water lines

The City of Buckhannon Water Department has announced that it will begin switching customers to the new water lines as part of the Meade Street Project the week of March 31, 2025. This will be an ongoing project until all customers have been connected.

A City of Buckhannon Water Department representative will contact each water customer before completing the work.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Water Department at 304-472-2530 or City Hall at 304-472-1651.

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