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Baseball Bucs upset Class AA No. 3 Lewis County, 8-1
TENNERTON – The Buckhannon-Upshur baseball Buccaneers picked up their biggest win of the year on Monday upsetting the Class AA No. 3 Lewis County Minutemen by an 8-1 score. The Bucs picked up the win behind a strong mound performance […]
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Lady Buc netters advance one individual and two teams into quarterfinals at Big 10 Championships
CLARKSBURG – The Buckhannon-Upshur tennis Lady Bucs had a strong showing in the recent Big 10 team, individual and doubles championships in Clarksburg last week. As a team, the Lady Bucs battled Bridgeport for the unofficial/official Big 10 Team Championship. […]
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Tennis Bucs perform well at Big 10 Conference Championships
BRIDGEPORT – The Buckhannon-Upshur tennis Bucs put two individuals and one team into the second round of the Big 10 Conference Championships in Bridgeport last week. The tournament is now set up where all players, regardless of seed, are put […]
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Custom Cabinets takes over lead in Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League
TENNERTON – The Buckhannon Country Club Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League has a new leader in week three after a huge shake up in the standings. The new leader is Custom Cabinets, who earned a
Baseball ‘Cats drops doubleheader to Bluefield as losing streak reaches 13
BLUEFIELD — The West Virginia Wesleyan College Bobcats battled against Bluefield State University in a mid-week doubleheader on Wednesday, dropping both games as they fell 8-6 in game one and 12-0 in game two. In
Softball Lady ‘Cats get home split with Salem
BUCKHANNON – The West Virginia Wesleyan softball team played a non-conference doubleheader against the Tigers of Salem University Tuesday evening. Game one was highlighted by good pitching and a walk-off sacrifice fly in the eighth
Wesleyan lacrosse ends year with 16-12 home loss to Davis & Elkins; will meet Frostburg State in MEC Tournament opener
BUCKHANNON — In one of the best all around games of the Lady Bobcats’ season, West Virginia Wesleyan came out on fire Saturday, both on the offensive and defensive sides, to give Davis and Elkins
Upshur County Sheriff’s Deputy discovers meth during traffic stop, arrests driver
BUCKHANNON – A Summersville man was arrested after an officer pulled him over, discovered his driver’s license was revoked due to DUI, and found drugs in the vehicle. Timothy Sheppard, 32, of Summersville, was arrested for driving while license revoked […]
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Elizabeth Jean “Betty” Weimer
Elizabeth Jean “Betty” Weimer, age 103, of Buckhannon, WV, died Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Serenity Assisted Living in Buckhannon, WV. She was born December 1, 1920, in Pittsburgh, PA, a daughter of the late
Free yoga + craft session set for Saturday, May 4; RSVP now
BUCKHANNON — The Mountain CAP Family Support Center will offer its monthly free children’s yoga and craft event on May 4 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please contact 304-878-1202 to pre-register or email Lvannostrand@mountaincapwv.org.
West Virginia Wesleyan College to celebrate 133rd Commencement on May 11
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia – West Virginia Wesleyan College will celebrate its 133rd Commencement with various ceremonies and activities Friday, May 10-Saturday, May 11, 2024. On Friday, May 10, seniors and their guests are invited to
Buckhannon Planning Commission Special Meeting Agenda: May 20, 2024
Here is the agenda for the City of Buckhannon Planning Commission special meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024.
William “Bill” Earl Vanscoy
William “Bill” Earl Vanscoy, 80, husband of Shelia Kay Blair Vanscoy, died peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2024, at his home in Manning, SC surrounded by his family. Born July 3, 1943, in Wheeling, WV,
Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “Rex’s Exes” – A hilarious comedy you won’t want to miss
BUCKHANNON — Get ready for a night of laughter as Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “Rex’s Exes,” a hilarious comedy directed by Matasha Weaver. This side-splitting production promises an evening of uproarious entertainment for audiences of
Regional artist Lauren Winans to release new single ‘Wine Me Up’
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Lauren Winans’ new single “Wine Me Up” will be released on April 30, 2024 on all streaming platforms. This is the first single off Winans’ new EP, the “Truth will Set You
Broaddus Hospital designated as NIOSH approved center for mining-related radiographs
Philippi, WV – Broaddus Hospital is proud to announce that it has been approved as a participant in the Coal Miners’ Health Surveillance Program (CWHSP) by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
Cole Kelley’s Firehouse Dawgs ignites excitement with grand opening
BUCKHANNON — Buckhannon’s culinary scene got a tasty boost on Saturday, April 20, with the opening of Firehouse Dawgs, a new restaurant by local entrepreneur Cole Kelley. Specializing in gourmet hot dogs and other delicious
Upshur County Commission Agenda: April 25, 2024
Here is the agenda for the Upshur County Commission meeting scheduled for April 25, 2024.
Fresh Frames: Strawberry Festival Photography Exhibit introduces new format as it moves to West Virginia Wesleyan College in 2024
BUCKHANNON—Oh snap! The Buckhannon-Upshur Camera Club hopes to attract photographers of all ages to the upcoming Strawberry Festival Photography Exhibit, which will feature a new format and venue this year. Buckhannon-Upshur Camera Club member Sandra Miller said the 2024 exhibit […]
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This week’s Hank Ellis All-Stars: Ian Strader and Samantha Shreve
BUCKHANNON – My Buckhannon is proud to present another edition of the Hank Ellis All-Stars. Each week, we will select a female and male athlete at Buckhannon-Upshur who has had an exemplary week on the
West Virginia Wesleyan inducts 19 new members into Omicron Delta Kappa
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia — The West Virginia Wesleyan College Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) conducted its 61st annual induction on March 21, 2024, in the Meditation Chapel. The circle inducted six seniors, five juniors,
Car swerves to avoid animal, rolls several times on Corridor H
BUCKHANNON – Two women were injured after they were partially ejected and trapped in their vehicle following a wreck on Route 33 Monday. One was life-flighted from the scene by HealthNet. According to the crash report filed by sergeant Theron […]
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Spring into Art show coming to Buckhannon’s Opera House this weekend
BUCKHANNON — Local art enthusiasts are gearing up for the annual “Spring into Art” show, set to take place at the Opera House at 12 E. Main Street in Buckhannon. This year, the event will
Special Delivery: Buckhannon bids farewell to beloved mailman Kirk Cistaro
BUCKHANNON – Every delivery was a special delivery when it came from Kirk Cistaro. But Boggess Street resident Margie Miller said her daily USPS mail delivery will feel a little different after Cistaro – a
Weyerhaeuser in Buckhannon to host Job Fair on May 2
BUCKHANNON – Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Explore exciting opportunities at the Weyerhaeuser Job Fair on May 2 in Buckhannon. Whether you have experience in manufacturing or are just
Baseball Bucs cruise past Lincoln, 12-0; get one-hit in 9-1 loss to East Fairmont
FAIRMONT – Drahden Rice pitched five innings of two-hit, shutout ball to lead the Buckhannon-Upshur baseball Buccaneers to a dominant 12-0 five-inning against the homestanding Lincoln Cougars last Wednesday. They followed that up Saturday morning getting one hit in a […]
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Softball Lady Bucs have winning streak halted by Greenbrier East
MORGANTOWN – The Buckhannon-Upshur softball Lady Bucs saw their six-game winning streak ended at the hands of the Greenbrier East Spartans in the first of three games played at Mylan Park against three different foes this past Friday and Saturday. […]
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Lacrosse Lady Bucs drop close 6-4 decision to Fairmont Senior
TENNERTON – The Buckhannon-Upshur Lady Buc lost a low-scoring affair to rival Fairmont Senior by a 6-4 count last Thursday evening. Kendall Defibaugh, Kylie Hull, Heather Hayes and Kendall Hefner each had a goal for the Lady Bucs. Ainsley Lilly […]
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Upshur County Sports Calendar
MONDAY (April 22) Baseball Golf Softball TUESDAY (April 23) Baseball Golf Lacrosse Softball Track and Field WEDNESDAY (April 24) Baseball Softball THURSDAY (April 25) Baseball Lacrosse Softball Track and Field FRIDAY (April 26) Lacrosse Softball
Baseball ‘Cats losing streak reaches 11 as they drop four games to Charleston
BUCKHANNON — The West Virginia Wesleyan Bobcats competed in a four-game series at home against the University of Charleston Golden Eagles this past weekend losing all four games. They dropped Saturday’s contests by 11-8 and
Two Wesleyan records broken at Jasmine Claggett Invitational
BUCKHANNON — West Virginia Wesleyan College hosted its annual track and field event, The Jasmine Claggett Invitational, Friday in which two Bobcat records were broken. Glenville State University and Davis & Elkins College participated in
Softball Lady ‘Cats get blanked twice by Charleston
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Wesleyan softball team got shutout both games of their doubleheader against the Charleston Golden Eagles Saturday by 10-0 and 2-0 scores. The team combined for just six hits across the
Buckhannon Community Theatre to present Rex’s Exes, a hilarious romp through love and laughter
Buckhannon, WV – Buckhannon Community Theatre is proud to announce its upcoming production of “Rex’s Exes,” a side-splitting comedy that promises an evening of uproarious entertainment for audiences of all ages. Directed by the talented
WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebration to return to Stonewall Resort
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that West Virginia’s celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day will return to Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke on Saturday,
Mary Anderson
Mary Anderson, age 77, of Grafton, WV, died Monday, April 22, 2024, at Genesis Healthcare Rosewood Center in Grafton. She was born September 20, 1946, in Cleveland, OH, a daughter of the late Edward James
Julia Rose Hamner
Julia Rose Hamner, 69, of Gaines, left this earth to gain her wings on Saturday, April 20, 2024, after a long illness at Autumn Lake Health Care Center in Elkins. She was born in Buckhannon
Man involved in shootout accused of instigating retaliatory attack from jail
BUCKHANNON – A Buckhannon man involved in a shootout in March is facing a new charge after allegedly asking another person to attack the victim from the gunfight. Austin Arbogast, 24, of Buckhannon, was charged with retaliation of a witness. […]
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Job Alert! Sam’s Pizza is now hiring delivery drivers
BUCKHANNON – Want to work for a favorite local business that has been serving up delicious pizza pies, subs and salads for the Upshur County community for more than 30 years? Sam’s Pizza is currently
Upshur County Candidate Forum: Watch the full video and read the biographies of each candidate
BUCKHANNON — The Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce, West Virginia Wesleyan College Student Senate and My Buckhannon recently sponsored a candidate forum featuring several local races in the upcoming May 14 Primary Election. Held at the
On The City of Buckhannon Calendar – April 22 through April 26, 2024
BUCKHANNON — Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open to the public and will be held in the Council Chambers of Buckhannon City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201. Board meeting agendas can be
Buckhannon City Council to investigate flood mitigation grant opportunities for vulnerable homes
BUCKHANNON – The City of Buckhannon agreed to investigate the application process for the federal Swift Current program for residents in the floodplain, which could provide funds to elevate homes or otherwise mitigate the risk of flood-related damages. Dale Hatfield […]
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Upshur County Board of Education Agenda: April 23, 2024
Here is the agenda for the Upshur County Board of Education meeting scheduled for April 23, 2024.
Danny Franklin Perry
Danny Franklin Perry, age 63, of Buckhannon, WV, died Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. He was born March 23, 1961, in Buckhannon, WV, a son of the late Clifford
Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball to give WVWC Baccalaureate address
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia – West Virginia Area Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball will give the address at the Baccalaureate Service for graduates. The ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 10 in Wesley
Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board Agenda: April 25, 2024
Here is the agenda for the City of Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board meeting scheduled for April 25, 2024.
Buckhannon’s water plant has ‘seen better days’ as city eyes safer and more efficient replacement
BUCKHANNON – Facing a crossroads between continuous repairs and a fresh start, Buckhannon is considering trading in its vintage 1960s water plant for a state-of-the-art facility. Citing concerns over safety, efficiency and the looming cost of frequent upgrades, engineers from […]
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ART26201 to host 9th Annual Young Filmmakers Camp this summer
BUCKHANNON — ART26201, with assistance from West Virginia Wesleyan College, will host the 9th Annual Young Filmmakers Camp at Lascaux Micro-Theater in Buckhannon, West Virginia, this summer. The five-day workshop will guide students through writing,
Buckhannon receives $75,000 for sidewalk and lighting project
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice recently announced the allocation of funds for 61 outdoor recreation projects across the state. By combining federal and state funds, projects are being funded in all nine travel regions
Job Alert! Upshur County Circuit Clerk’s Office hiring full-time deputy clerk
BUCKHANNON — The Upshur County Circuit Clerk’s Office is accepting applications for a full-time deputy clerk position. The position offers excellent health care benefits. Duties include the ability to effectively handle requests from the public,
Job Alert! Sheriff of Upshur County now accepting applications for Tax Deputy
BUCKHANNON — The Sheriff of Upshur County is accepting applications for the full-time benefited position of Tax Deputy. Applicants should possess the ability to work well with the public and function as a team member,