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

Upshur County expected to miss major snowstorm Friday

A snowy road in Buckhannon on March 3, 2019.

Between 8 to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow could fall in the upper elevations of Randolph and Pocahontas counties Friday, the National Weather Service announced Thursday.

“Heavy wet snow will arrive early Friday morning in the mountains, lasting throughout the day and into the evening,” the NWS said in a bulletin posted Thursday morning. “Total snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches will be possible, primarily for the higher elevations. Poor travel conditions could arise, especially during the morning and evening commute, and strong winds may cause power outages.”

The winter weather message covers northwest Pocahontas and southeast Randolph counties, including the Snowshoe and Harman areas.

Warmer temperatures mean lower areas like Upshur County will primarily see rain on Friday, according to the current forecast.

Snow is possible before 9 a.m., when the precipitation should become mostly rain as the temperature rises to a high of 41 degrees. As night falls, Upshur County could see some additional light snow, with less than an inch of accumulation currently forecast.

Saturday is predicted to see mostly sunny skies but remain chilly, with a high temperature of 43 degrees. From there, things should warm up considerably, pushing into the low 60s Sunday through Wednesday.

If the forecast changes closer to Friday, we’ll be sure to update this post with the latest information.

Share this story:

Local Businesses

RECENT Stories

Upshur County Relay for Life aims to raise $35,000 for cancer research on July 19

The Upshur County Relay for Life will host its annual event July 19 at Jawbone Park, aiming to raise $35,000 for cancer research while celebrating survivors and bringing the community together through activities and remembrance ceremonies.

WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital team members engage in statewide healthcare leadership program

Two WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital employees were honored by the West Virginia Hospital Association Leadership Academy, with Paula Cutright graduating and Matthew Scott selected for future participation in the statewide healthcare leadership program.

Post 7 drops outings to Doddridge and Morgantown

Buckhannon Post 7 suffered consecutive road defeats, falling 10-2 to Doddridge County and 11-0 to Morgantown Post 2, dropping their season record to 2-15.

Summer basketball league begins week two

The Upshur County Summer Basketball League entered its second week with standout performances from top scorers including Cory Harper, Dalton Hamrick, Cordell Nicola, and Vinny Snuffer leading their teams across multiple games.

Buckhannon City Council Special Meeting Agenda: July 15, 2025

The Buckhannon City Council has released the agenda for its special meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025.

BCT to light up the stage with Mamma Mia starting this weekend

Buckhannon Community Theatre will present the musical Mamma Mia! at the Colonial Arts Center starting July 12, featuring ABBA hits, lively performances, and a cast assembled from across the region.

St. Joseph’s Hospital supports healthy habits with mile-long midday walks

WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital has launched a noon walk initiative, inviting staff and community members to join daily one-mile walks to promote physical activity and improve health outcomes.

John Paul Ingram

John Paul Ingram, 83, a beloved Buckhannon resident, ordained minister, and avid outdoorsman who shared his faith and kindness with many, died July 6, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Wesleyan finishes seventh in MEC Commissioners Cup standings

West Virginia Wesleyan finished seventh in the 2024-25 Mountain East Conference Commissioner’s Cup standings, while the University of Charleston captured its eighth consecutive and tenth overall title for all-around athletic excellence.