The Colonial Arts Center is seeking funds for equipment and a computer lab to help local musicians record and edit original work. It is also looking for a sponsor for Local Music Night.
The latest Buckhannon Banter rounds up events, activities and community updates from around Upshur County and beyond.
Buckhannon-Upshur forced four turnovers and posted its first shutout of the season in a 20-0 rivalry win over Lewis County. Brody McDaniels hit Kadyn Baisden for two touchdowns as the Buccaneers kept their playoff hopes alive.
Dave Wallis Sites, Jr., 68, of Rock Cave, WV, passed away on October 11, 2026, with his family by his side. A former proprietor of Pritt Mountain View Bar, he was known for helping anyone in need.
July 21 flood survivors can pick up two free gallons of ShockWave at the Buckhannon Fire Department beginning October 12. Pickup is weekdays from noon to 6 p.m., while supplies last.
Upshur County’s Oct. 12–18 sports calendar features football, soccer, volleyball, golf, cross country and tennis. Highlights include Buckhannon-Upshur hosting East Fairmont on Friday and West Virginia Wesleyan competing in MEC golf and regional tennis championships.
Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School’s Little Bucs took second at the Mid-Mountain Cross Country Championships, placing three runners in the top 10. The Little Lady Bucs finished fifth, led by Audrey Johnston’s 11th-place finish.
A last-minute penalty kick handed Buckhannon-Upshur a heartbreaking 2-1 Senior Night loss to Elkins. Despite outshooting the Tigers 17-8, the Lady Bucs fell short, but coach Rosie Shackleford praised their heart and resolve.
Elkins spoiled Buckhannon-Upshur’s Senior Night with a 3-0 shutout, halting the Bucs’ mid-season surge. Coach Dalton Auvil called the performance a wake-up call as B-U prepares for two road matches to close the regular season.
Two defensive touchdowns and 112 rushing yards from Jeremiah King helped Wesleyan earn its first homecoming win since 2018. Fairmont State gave the ball away five times.
Buckhannon city offices and the transfer station will be closed Monday, October 12, for Columbus Day. Garbage pickup will operate on its normal schedule.
Community Bulletin
Hank Ellis Insurance Agency in Buckhannon is urging drivers to ask about an auto insurance rate lock — a way to hold a rate steady as premiums climb. The independent Erie agency, owner-operated since 2006, writes auto, home, life and commercial coverage.
The City of Buckhannon will mill and pave South Florida Street, Henry Street, Eastview Terrace and Hinkle Drive from October 12 to 16. No parking will be allowed on each street on its work days, starting Monday on South Florida Street.
Buckhannon-Upshur snapped a five-game losing streak with a 1-1 road draw against Lewis County in girls soccer. Bella Nottingham saved a penalty kick before moving out of goal and scoring the equalizer in the 48th minute.
