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

WVDOH prepared for dropping temperatures

CHARLESTON, WV – West Virginia Division of Highway (WVDOH) crews were monitoring road conditions Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, as temperatures were expected to fall below freezing heading into the weekend.

Snow showers were forecast Friday evening for parts of southern West Virginia and into the area of the Monongahela National Forest. The drop in temperatures comes a day after a rainfall event brought between three and four inches of rain through the Interstate 64 corridor between Huntington and Charleston and points south, covering several roadways across WVDOH districts.

“People need to be cautious of the potential of flooded waters turning into ice,” said Joe Pack, P.E., WVDOH Chief Engineer of District Operations.

“We will have crews out and do the best we can to balance between taking care of any issues due to the water while also treating and maintaining the roads.”

Snow Removal and Ice Control (SRIC) crews in all 55 counties go through dry runs in the fall to make sure the drivers are familiar with their snow-clearing routes.

WVDOH advises motorists to reduce speed, leave enough distance between vehicles and be patient around snowplows when driving in winter weather. When dealing with rain-covered roads, remember to turn around, don’t drown.

For the latest updates and information on travel conditions throughout West Virginia, visit wv.511.org.

Share this story:

Local Businesses

RECENT Stories

Buckhannon man charged with stealing package from ex-wife’s building, stalking

A Buckhannon man was arrested after allegedly stealing a package and contacting a woman against her will. Thomas Summers, 36, faces charges including entering without breaking, stalking, petit larceny and possession of a controlled substance.

Those pretty red leaves? They’re lying to you: The surprising truth about poinsettias

aoinsettias’ bright red “petals” aren’t flowers at all — they’re modified leaves called bracts, with the true flowers in the tiny yellow center. Learn about the plant’s Aztec roots, how it became a holiday staple, and simple tips to keep it thriving.

Buckhannon man charged with felony domestic battery after altercation over car keys

A Buckhannon man was arrested on a charge of domestic battery, third offense, after allegedly striking a woman when he was “extremely intoxicated” and they refused to give him his car keys.

West Virginia State Parks announces First Day Hikes for New Year’s Day

Twenty-one state parks and forests — including Audra and Canaan — will host free guided hikes on January 1 to help visitors kick off 2026 outdoors.

Mountain CAP to host free workshop for dads in January

Mountain CAP Family Support Center is hosting a free Key Behaviors Workshop for dads and male caregivers on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Buckhannon.

The Thread Lab opens Main Street storefront in Buckhannon for custom embroidery and apparel

The Thread Lab has opened a Main Street storefront in Buckhannon, giving customers an easier way to shop and order custom embroidered and personalized apparel. General manager Ashley Marple said a grand opening is planned after the holidays.

WVU doctors warn of whooping cough surge in West Virginia, highest in 15 years

West Virginia is experiencing its highest number of whooping cough cases since 2010, with WVU doctors warning about symptoms and risks. Untreated, the infection can linger for months.

Thomas “Tom” Jesse Riley

Thomas “Tom” Jesse Riley, 71, of Buckhannon, WV, a longtime trucker and owner of Riley Trucking and Repair, died December 19, 2025, and is survived by his wife Mary Ann, five children, grandchildren and siblings.

Michele Lynn Mellon

Michele Lynn Mellon, 78, of Buckhannon, West Virginia, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and Hallmark employee who loved faith, family and handwritten cards, died peacefully at home after an injury and subsequent stroke.