WVU to hold Friday bell-ringing ceremony in remembrance of student Anthony Cistaro

Vickie Ann Walton, 71, of Buckhannon passed away February 2, 2026, at Cortland Acres Nursing Home. A retired Washington District Elementary educator and Tennerton Lions Club member, she is survived by her children, grandchildren, and brother; services are Feb. 5.

Buckhannon-Upshur senior Mallory Hughes and junior Grayson Colburn were named Hank Ellis All-Stars after top finishes at the Big 10 Conference swim meet, with Hughes taking two seconds and Colburn earning multiple top-10 finishes and relay medals.

Buckhannon-Upshur survived a wild swing to beat Preston 49-43, building a 33-17 halftime lead before the Knights stormed back to tie it after three. The Lady Bucs got tough late, cashing key free throws and forcing 20 turnovers as Emma Pingley led with 18.

West Virginia Wesleyan was picked second in the 2026 Mountain East Conference men’s tennis preseason poll behind University of Charleston, which received six of seven first-place votes.

West Virginia Wesleyan was picked third in the 2026 Mountain East Conference women’s tennis preseason poll behind favorite Charleston and Fairmont State.

Charles James Poundstone Jr., 68, of Buckhannon, WV, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, storyteller and outdoorsman, passed away January 12, 2026, and will be remembered for his warmth, generosity and love of family.