UPLIFT plans to connect flood survivors with caseworkers who would review assistance already received, identify remaining needs and seek help from charitable organizations.
A man was arrested at Walmart in Buckhannon on charges of possession with intent to deliver fentanyl and methamphetamine.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
Meet Buckhannon-Upshur senior Coby Smith, a four-year soccer player featured in Raising the Jolly Roger With… He shares his pride in spoiling Bridgeport’s perfect season, his dad’s influence and his goal of becoming a civil engineer.
Buckhannon approved a city-county debris agreement allowing it to seek FEMA reimbursement directly for flood-hauling costs. Officials also are documenting uninsured damage and emergency expenses.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
Buckhannon-Upshur High School went into a precautionary lockdown after a parent became upset over a custody issue. The lockdown ended around 12:30 p.m., and no arrests were made.
Saxophonist Evan David, known online as FoolishFrankie, and his band Arcadia will perform a public concert Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. at Wesleyan’s Virginia Thomas Law Performing Arts Center. Arcadia includes two 2019 Wesleyan graduates.
West Virginia Wesleyan was picked fourth in the 2026-27 MEC women’s basketball preseason poll with 84 points. Fairmont State topped the coaches’ poll with 113 points, followed by Charleston and Glenville State.
West Virginia Wesleyan was picked last in the 2026-27 MEC men’s basketball preseason poll with 11 points. Defending champion West Liberty topped the coaches’ vote with 11 first-place selections, while Glenville State and Fairmont State tied for second.
Acacia Danae Leeann Wodzinski, 23, of French Creek, passed peacefully in her sleep on October 17, 2026. She loved her family, friends, music and outdoor adventures.
Buckhannon-Upshur climbed three spots to No. 12 in the Class AAAA playoff ratings after a 62-28 win over East Fairmont. With three games remaining, the Bucs host Lincoln Friday at 7 p.m. The top 16 teams qualify for the postseason.
See the agenda for the Upshur County Commission meeting on October 22, 2026, including the items set for discussion and action.
FEMA records available October 19 show $6.8 million approved for 525 Upshur homeowners and 90 renters after July’s floods. The agency still considers late applications and allows appeals.
Dr. Ashley Lawson received West Virginia Wesleyan College’s 2026 Award for Exemplary Teaching at Founders Day. Her courses include American literature, gender studies, gothic literature and composition.
Community Bulletin
Fred W. Eberle Technical Center in Buckhannon is enrolling students in its commercial driver’s license (CDL) training program, an accelerated course that can be completed in five to seven weeks. Both daytime and limited evening sessions are available.
See the agenda for the Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board meeting on October 22, 2026, including the items set for discussion and action.
Bonnie’s Buses will offer mammograms in seven West Virginia communities November 3–7, including Community Care of Buckhannon on November 6. Call 304-473-5600, ext. 2903, for a Buckhannon appointment.
