West Virginia’s newest water trail brings outdoor opportunities to Upshur County

The Buckhannon and Tygart Valley Water Trail has officially earned its state designation, opening up new opportunities for paddlers, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts to explore 45 miles of scenic West Virginia waterways. Lisa Gum, chairperson for the Buckhannon River Watershed Association, attended the Feb. 27, 2025, Upshur County Commission meeting to announce the news….

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‘I’ before ‘e’ — except at the spelling bee

Upshur County’s spelling bee came down to a two-person battle after tough words thinned the field early, with the crowd hanging on every letter. Parker Wood sealed his second straight win by nailing “cadre” after a tense back-and-forth battle with Jenna Nguyen.