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

WVWC adds Harrison County to list of area counties receiving on-campus room discount

West Virginia Wesleyan College will extend a $2,000-per-year on-campus room discount to full-time students from Harrison County starting in 2026–27, joining Barbour, Lewis, Randolph and Upshur counties in the program.

West Virginia Wesleyan College has extended a special on-campus room discount to full-time enrolled students from Harrison County.  Beginning with the 2026-27 academic year, West Virginia Wesleyan College will add Harrison County students to the list of full-time students from Barbour, Lewis, Randolph and Upshur who have on-campus room costs reduced by $2,000 a year.  

The rate reduction will be honored for all campus housing choices for the length of time a student is enrolled at WVWC.

Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, John Waltz ‘01, said:   “By removing the variables of students needing to find an apartment and deal with monthly utilities and groceries we help families control costs, and we ensure a more stable learning and living environment where young people can both enjoy themselves and focus on academic and extracurricular success. Lots of students and their families already see the value in this type of experience and we are especially excited to extend this benefit to the excellent students of Harrison County this year.”  

The announcement comes on the heels of the College’s newest ranking from U.S. News and World Report. WVWC is No. 2 for Best Value Colleges. 

WVWC will host two Fall Open Houses, Oct. 25 and Nov. 8.  Register at www.wvwc.edu to learn more about what makes West Virginia Wesleyan College special. 

Share this story:

Local Businesses

RECENT Stories

Raising the Jolly Roger With… Garrett Cutright

Buckhannon-Upshur senior Garrett Cutright, a multi-sport athlete headed to WVU for petroleum engineering, reflects on favorite moments, coaches, family influences, and advice for future Buccaneers.
WVWC Volleyball

Wesleyan volleyball takes down Yellow Jackets in straight sets

West Virginia Wesleyan swept West Virginia State 25–22, 25–23, 25–23 behind 14 kills from Lisdarelyn Grassals, strong defense led by Alexis Moeschler’s 22 digs, and efficient attacking from Bhrooke Axe and Emily Denison.
BUHS Girls Soccer Feature Image

Hollen First Team, Triplett and Hughes Second Team All-Conference in soccer

Buckhannon-Upshur senior Sidney Hollen earned First Team Big 10 All-Conference honors in girls soccer while teammates Mallory Hughes and Haley Triplett were named to the Second Team as Eryn Ashcraft was voted Player of the Year.
BUHS Boys Soccer Feature Image

Three soccer Bucs earn Second-Team All-Conference honors

Three Buckhannon-Upshur juniors — forward Coby Smith, midfielder Deacon Thorne and defender Zack Simmons — were named to the 2025 All Big 10 Conference Second Team, with Bridgeport sweeping top honors.

Seven Upshur County FFA members earn American FFA Degrees

Seven Upshur County FFA members — McKinley Bonnett, Corbin George, Dakota Cowger, Emily Evans, Issac Kimble, Kari Gay and Bryce Cogar — earned American FFA Degrees at the 98th National FFA Convention for demonstrated leadership, SAE achievement and community service.

Upshur County Commission Agenda: November 13, 2025

The Upshur County Commission will meet November 13, 2025, and officials published the meeting agenda outlining items to be addressed.

Joyce Taylor Crites

Joyce Taylor Crites, 91, of Buckhannon, WV, died November 9, 2025, leaving a legacy of faith, hospitality, and family, survived by daughter Suzanne Sheets, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and numerous relatives and friends.

Patrichia “Patty” Stump Hall

Patrichia “Patty” Stump Hall, 89, died November 6, 2025, at home; a retired medical office worker, devoted mother and cat lover who enjoyed Harley rides and square dancing, she will be cremated per her request.

WVWC volleyball players earn MEC weekly honors

West Virginia Wesleyan teammates Bhrooke Axe and Alexis Moescher were named the Mountain East Conference Volleyball Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week after helping the Bobcats to wins over Concord and Glenville State.