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Local Educators Rising students are headed to Canaan Valley this week for state-level competitions running Monday through Wednesday.
Bridgeport native Reese Allen, a senior in mechanical engineering and data science, was named WVU’s 72nd Mountaineer mascot for 2026-27 during the Feb. 28 men’s basketball game. Joel Hershman of Buckhannon was among the four finalists.
Barbour Community Health Association has named longtime community advocate Josh Allen as chief operating officer, following the retirement of Deborah “Debbie” Schoonover after 25 years.
WVDNR stocked trout in 59 West Virginia lakes and streams during the week of Feb. 23, with a full list of recently stocked waters available at WVdnr.gov/fish-stocking.
Robert Lee Williams Jr, 59, of Buckhannon, passed away on February 28, 2026, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport. He loved fishing, hunting, and time at camp, and worked for many years in the oil fields.
Reta Pearl Landers Burkhammer, 93, of Buckhannon, passed away on February 28, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was a devoted homemaker, 4-H leader, and cherished by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
