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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for February 4, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:B-UHS Band StudentsThree B-UHS […]
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Buckhannon man arrested for strangulation, domestic battery, DUI and stealing silverware
BUCKHANNON – A Buckhannon man was arrested after allegedly strangling someone, driving under the influence of Fentanyl and stealing silverware.Jesse Miller, 37, of Buckhannon, was arrested for strangulation, domestic battery (third offense), DUI (third offense) and grand larceny.According to the […]
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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for February 3, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:B-U 4-H Archery and […]
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Philippi man arrested on 2023 meth charge
A Philippi man was arrested last week after allegedly selling methamphetamine to a confidential informant.Jeffrey Wilson, 33, of Philippi, was arrested on Jan. 31, 2025, for delivery of methamphetamine.According to the criminal complaint in the Upshur County Magistrate Clerk’s Office […]
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Buckhannon woman arrested for child neglect after police find her in the middle of the road with her son after dark
A local woman is facing a felony charge after law enforcement officers found her and her son walking shoeless in the road after sunset.Brandi Dawn Martin, 39, of Buckhannon, was arrested for child neglect creating a risk of injury after […]
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Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for February 2, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:Upshur County 4-HLocal teen […]
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French Creek Freddie predicts early spring as hundreds flock to 2025 Groundhog Day celebration
French Creek Freddie did not see his shadow, predicting an early spring. More than 600 people attended the annual Groundhog Day celebration at the West Virginia Wildlife Center on Sunday. A recent report from the
Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 31, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:Bonnie the Buccaneer BeatdownShow […]
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Mountain State Cheer Academy celebrates first anniversary of building dreams, cheer community
BUCKHANNON — A little over a year ago, Taylor Smith turned her lifelong dream into reality by opening Mountain State Cheer Academy. Since its founding in January 2024, the gym has flourished, becoming a cornerstone for young athletes in the […]
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Local man arrested for third offense DUI following wreck on Little Sand Run
A Buckhannon man was arrested after it was discovered he was driving under the influence following a two-vehicle collision.Logan Bragg, 29, of Buckhannon, was arrested this week for third offense DUI and driving while revoked for DUI.According to the criminal […]
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There’s snow place like home: For meteorologist Dillon Gaudet, Buckhannon is always on his radar
BUCKHANNON – Severe winter weather alert? Buckhannon is fortunate to have a home-grown remote meteorologist who takes Upshur County winter storms head-on by sharing frequent forecast updates that reach local residents via a popular social
Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 30, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:SETH ProjectMark your calendar […]
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Buckhannon man arrested for third offense driving on a revoked license, a felony
A local man was stopped by law enforcement this week and arrested on a felony charge for allegedly driving on a revoked license.Colten Darrell Lester, 35, of Buckhannon, was arrested for driving with a license revoked for DUI, third offense, […]
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Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility’s surgical suite provides an update on surgery rates
BUCKHANNON – The Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility consistently performed approximately 13 surgeries every week in its own surgical suite from August until the middle of November.LUAC director Jan Cochran said the surgical suite opened Aug. 9, 2024 and they employed […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 29, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:The Donut SpotValentine’s Day […]
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One person detained, but rumors of large immigration raids in Buckhannon not true, sheriff says
Social media rumors of broad Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids in Buckhannon on Wednesday are not true, according to Upshur County Sheriff Mike Coffman.Coffman told My Buckhannon that ICE did detain one individual on Wednesday, Alberto Cucul-Coy, after immigration issues […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 28, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:Buckhannon Community TheatreThe theatre […]
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Upshur County man accused of threatening to slit his wife’s throat, telling police ‘I got a 9mm, you better back up’
BUCKHANNON – A Buckhannon man was arrested after allegedly threatening a sheriff’s deputy who was responding to a domestic battery complaint.Jaime Bender, 45, of Buckhannon, was arrested for obstructing an officer, domestic battery and intimidation and retaliation against public officers.According […]
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This week’s Hank Ellis All-Stars: Jerin Westfall and Alyssa Abel
BUCKHANNON – My Buckhannon is proud to present another season of the Hank Ellis All-Stars. Each week, we will select a male and female athlete at Buckhannon-Upshur who has had an exemplary week on the
Bundle up for Groundhog Day 2025: French Creek Freddie and family fun await
BUCKHANNON – After a month marked by repeated bouts of winter weather, many local residents hope French Creek Freddie will predict an early spring during the West Virginia Wildlife Center’s annual Groundhog Day celebration. Wildlife biologist Trevor Moore said the event […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 27, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:B-UHS Athletics Digital TicketingBuckhannon-Upshur […]
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Upshur County resident arrested for attempted murder after allegedly stabbing man outside Kanawha Lounge
BUCKHANNON – A Tallmansville man was arrested this weekend after allegedly stabbing a person outside a local bar.Dustyn Walton, 28, of Tallmansville, was arrested for attempted murder and malicious assault.According to the criminal complaint in the Upshur County Magistrate Clerk’s […]
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Operation Snowstorm? Buckhannon weighs options for future winter emergencies
The Buckhannon Consolidated Public Works Board agreed to evaluate new systems to tackle heavy snowfall.After a prolonged period of winter weather settled into West Virginia to start the new year, the CPWB met on Thursday, Jan. 23 and discussed measures […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 26, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:Buckhannon-Upshur High SchoolSeveral B-UHS […]
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$3.2 million raised since 2007: Upshur County invited to join Run For It fundraiser
BUCKHANNON – Upshur County nonprofits have an opportunity to raise funds and promote healthy living by joining the Tucker Community Foundation’s annual Run For It fundraiser, which has generated over $3.2 million for regional causes since 2007.Angie Pase, Development Director […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 24, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:Groundhog DaySeveral people have […]
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Buckhannon firefighter injured battling Cooper Street blaze
BUCKHANNON – A City of Buckhannon career firefighter was injured at the scene of a house fire on Cooper Street in downtown Buckhannon on Wednesday, Jan. 22.The firefighter, who was not identified, was taken to the hospital for treatment.Captain Brian […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 23, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:HealthNet Aeromedical ServicesHealthNet’s fleet […]
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Buckhannon approves 10-tier pay scale, boosts public works wages in bid to attract and retain skilled workers
Buckhannon City Council has approved a comprehensive new public works employee classification scale that will result in wage increases for many city workers and create a 10-tier system for future advancement.The classification scale, developed by Public Works Director Ethan Crosten, […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 22, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:Brian Bergstrom (My Buckhannon)Firefighters […]
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Woman arrested for burglary after police locate stolen gas can while assisting bail bondsman
A French Creek woman has been arrested after a state trooper allegedly found a stolen gas can while assisting a bail bondsman.Jonie Dee Winters, 47, was arrested this week for burglary, a felony.According to the criminal complaint filed by Trooper […]
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Build a paddler’s paradise: Buckhannon River Watershed Association seeks volunteers
BUCKHANNON — Do you dream of a local paddler’s paradise right here in our community?The Buckhannon River Watershed Association and Save the Tygart Watershed Association are working to make that vision a reality with the proposed Buckhannon & Tygart Valley […]
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Buckhannon Buzz & Banter: Get the local lowdown for January 21, 2025
Hello, Buckhannon! We’ve gathered the latest social posts and other news tidbits from around town so you can stay in the loop on everything from community outreach to important announcements and upcoming events. Here’s what’s buzzing today:Upshur Cooperative Parish HouseThe […]
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Family Support Center announces full slate of community services, from tax help to recovery support
BUCKHANNON – Mountain CAP of WV has a series of events coming up in January, including one focused on recovery resources, an LGBTQ support seminar and tax assistance. Mountain CAP Family Support Center director Lisa VanNostrand
Warming stations available across Upshur County as winter weather continues
Multiple warming stations are opening across Upshur County as residents face continued winter weather conditions. The Upshur County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) announced that several locations will serve as warming stations
Pretty Peonies Parlor hopes to bring creativity, community to Buckhannon
BUCKHANNON — Buckhannon has a vibrant new addition to its arts and culture scene with the opening of Pretty Peonies Parlor, located in the historic Baxa building. Owner Kaitlyn Walker has created a unique space that combines tattoo artistry, photography, […]
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Recovery Resource group to kick off Jan. 23
BUCKHANNON — The Mountain CAP Family Support Center, in collaboration with Our House Recovery Center, Jobs & Hope and First Choice Services, will be hosting a recovery resource workshop at 39 East Main Street in
Upshur County Commission signs proclamations recognizing human trafficking prevention and stalking awareness
BUCKHANNON – About 13.5 million people are stalked each year in the United States, and most victims know their stalkers.Addie Helmick and Sandra Marfield with the Centers Against Violence attended the Jan. 16 Upshur County Commission meeting to present proclamations […]
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An Open Book: MyB’s winter reading recs will take you places without ever having to leave home
Editor’s note: The following is a collaborative column written My Buckhannon Reporter Monica Zalaznik, Editor Katie Kuba and Freelance Writers-Photographers Lily Hicks and Beckie Boyd.BUCKHANNON — Amid Snowpocalypse 2025, we’re sure that more than a handful of our readers are […]
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Upshur County Tax Office encourages property owners to redeem before state land sale
Despite starting with more than 1,500 delinquent real property taxes for 2023, the Upshur County Tax Office brought in $387,000 before certifying 382 properties to the state this fall…
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Adult Life Skills workshop slated to kick off in late January
BUCKHANNON — The Mountain CAP Family Support Center is offering a FREE adult LIfe Skills series of workshops beginning January 28 from noon to 1:30 p.m. There will be a series of five weekly classes
Dive into the 2025 Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics West Virginia
BUCKHANNON – Get ready to take a dip in icy waters for a great cause!The 2025 Polar Plunge, a fundraiser for Special Olympics West Virginia, will take place in Upshur County on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Riverwalk Boat Ramp […]
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Cha-ching! B-U Band Boosters to host cash bingo fundraiser
BUCKHANNON — The Buckhannon-Upshur Band Boosters is excited to announce it will be hosting a cash bingo event at the Event Center at Brushy Fork this month. The event will take place at 1 p.m.
Grab your shovel: Several inches of snow possible Thursday, Arctic air mass coming next week
Upshur County residents still digging out from recent snowfall should keep their shovels handy as another significant winter weather event is set to impact the region starting Thursday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for […]
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WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur to hold blood drive on February 14
WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur, is hosting a blood drive on Friday, February 14, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Event Center at Brushy Fork,
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Buckhannon woman arrested for allegedly falsifying accounts of a local business
BUCKHANNON – An Upshur County woman was arrested after allegedly voiding purchases at her place of employment and keeping the money.Anastasia Kendall, 21, of Buckhannon, was arrested for six counts of falsifying accounts by public employees, a felony.According to the […]
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U.S. district judge sets sentencing hearing for former Buckhannon mayor
WHEELING – A date has been set for the sentencing of a former Buckhannon mayor and city council member.According to a Jan. 13, 2025, filing in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia, Chief Judge Thomas […]
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