West Virginia Welcome Centers and Rest Areas to remain open to travelers

Meet Democratic primary candidates April 1, 6–8 p.m. at Pretty Peonies Parlor in Buckhannon, as Upshur County Democratic Women host a meet-and-greet with Q&A and time to mingle. Light refreshments provided; attendees can hear from several state and U.S. House candidates.

Spring has turned WVU Potomac State’s Malone and Gustafson farms into a bustling “maternity ward,” with 20 calves and 25 goat kids already born—and more due through April 11.

Cynthia “Cindi” L. Roth will retire as president and CEO of the WVU Foundation in fall 2026 after nearly 13 years leading historic growth and record philanthropy.

Donna Jean Marteney, 79, of Buckhannon, died March 18, 2026, at her home. She was active in Sand Run Baptist Church, TOPS, and the Buckhannon Women’s Club, and loved family time, reading, and church activities.

A water line break is impacting Cooper Street and nearby areas in Buckhannon, with crews on site working to restore service; the city’s transfer station is also closed for repairs.

Buckhannon City Council is finalizing a balanced $7.6M budget for fiscal year 2026-27 ahead of a vote expected on Thursday, March 19.