All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.
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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for June 2, 2025

Buckhannon’s latest updates include free pool admission for school staff, online ‘Mamma Mia!’ ticket sales, a historic restaurant grant campaign, a student scholarship finalist, a new care facility opening, a charity golf scramble, and a community art show.

Buckhannon man faces five charges after allegedly fleeing from crash while drunk

Kenneth Ray Johnson of Buckhannon was arrested after allegedly fleeing a crash and now faces five charges, including DUI, possession of marijuana, and driving while revoked following prior DUI convictions.

City of Buckhannon calendar for the week of June 2, 2025

Buckhannon city officials announced June’s schedule of public meetings, community events like Festival Fridays and the BBQ Bash, new bid opportunities for city services, and reminders about utility payments and service requests.

Buckhannon City Council Agenda: June 5, 2025

The Buckhannon City Council has released the agenda for its upcoming meeting on June 5, 2025.

Community Corrections Board hiring part-time case aide in Upshur and Lewis counties

The Community Corrections Board is hiring a part-time Case Aide in Upshur or Lewis counties to assist with client supervision and office duties, with applications due by June 13, 2025.

Paws and Pollen: Buckhannon Animal Clinic shares allergy tips for happier, healthier pets

During allergy season in north central West Virginia,the Buckhannon Animal Clinic advises pet owners to watch for symptoms, use preventative care, and consult veterinarians to manage pets’ seasonal allergies and related issues.

Charles W. Gibson Library’s 2025 summer reading program to “Color Our World” with crafts, creativity, and community

The Charles W. Gibson Public Library is launching its 2025 Summer Reading Program, “Color Our World,” offering themed reading logs, creative crafts, and interactive activities for all ages to encourage community engagement and summer learning.
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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for June 1, 2025

This week’s Buckhannon Banter highlights include upcoming community events like a farm dinner, a school device policy update, and expanded yard sale, library, and volunteer initiatives.

WVWC Planetarium shows return for summer

The West Virginia Wesleyan College Planetarium is reopening to the public this summer with monthly shows featuring educational presentations, night sky tours, and telescope observing, with proceeds benefiting facility maintenance and free educational programs.
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Schedule set for WVSSAC state baseball tournament

Sixteen high school teams will compete in the inaugural four-class WVSSAC state baseball tournament at GoMart Ballpark in Charleston June 5-7, with semifinals on Thursday and Friday and championships on Saturday.

Beckley to retain rights to WVSSAC state soccer tournament

The WVSSAC Board of Directors has chosen the Paul Cline Memorial Sports Complex in Beckley to continue hosting the state soccer championships through 2028, extending its long-running role as the event’s venue since 2003.

B-U’s 4×800-meter relay team, Carlyle compete at state track and field meet

Buckhannon-Upshur’s boys 4×800-meter relay team placed 12th and Rylen Carlyle finished 15th in long jump as the B-U track program competed at the West Virginia State Championships in Charleston.

Raising the Jolly Roger With… Brayden Osburn

Buckhannon-Upshur senior Braydon Osburn reflects on his athletic experiences in tennis and esports, his comeback victory, favorite classes, role models, future plans to become a preacher, and advice for aspiring Buccaneers.

Highland Landscaping continues to build lead in Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League

Highland Landscaping extended its first-quarter lead in the Bob Cupp Memorial Golf League to 15 points after a decisive 22-7 win over Lisa Cain Edward Jones during a weather-shortened week four round.

This week’s Hank Ellis All-Stars: Jaxon Spratt and Rylen Carlyle

Jaxon Spratt, a standout baseball catcher, and Rylen Carlyle, a talented track athlete, were named this week’s Hank Ellis All-Stars for their performances in regional competition for Buckhannon-Upshur.

Parker and Westfall to represent B-U in North-South All-Star Golf Tournament

Buckhannon-Upshur seniors Parker Lockwood and Jevon Westfall will represent the North Bears in the second annual North-South All-Star Golf Tournament at Little Creek Golf Course, joining seven other top high school golfers.
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Six Wesleyan track and field performers earn All-Region honors

Six West Virginia Wesleyan student-athletes earned All-Region honors from the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association for their standout performances ahead of the NCAA Division II National Championships.
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Upshur County Sports Calendar

The only scheduled Upshur County sports events this week are the Buckhannon-Upshur boys and girls track and field teams competing in the West Virginia State Championships in Charleston on Friday and Saturday.
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