Here is the agenda for the Upshur County Commission meeting scheduled for May 14, 2026.


James Dalton Sheley, 25, of Buckhannon, passed away unexpectedly on May 5, 2026. Born in Weston, he was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend who impacted many through Camp Kno-Koma and his community.
Mary T. “Molly” Busch, 88, of Elkins, passed away on April 18, 2026, at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. She was a community volunteer, church member, and longtime supporter of local organizations.
Buckhannon’s updated city calendar for May 11-17 includes Strawberry Festival events, city office closures for Primary Election Day, yard debris pickup changes and festival parking reminders.
Drone-mounted thermal cameras and AI image recognition are helping WVU researchers spot and track invasive species faster across hard-to-reach terrain.
The Strawberry Festival will feature a special concert by Banda Musicale Puccini Cave, a 52-member ensemble from Cave, Italy, at 9 p.m. Thursday, May 14, at the Colonial Arts Center in Buckhannon. Guests must obtain an official souvenir flag in advance to be admitted.
WVU Medicine occupational therapists help patients of all ages regain independence by rebuilding the skills needed for everyday life after injury, stroke, or chronic conditions.