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On the City Calendar & Announcements: August 24-28, 2026

August 24, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV: All meetings, unless otherwise noted, are open to the public and will be held in the Council Chambers at Buckhannon City Hall, 70 E Main St., Buckhannon, WV 26201. For board meeting agendas…

Residents Reminded to Report Stream Debris Blockages Following Recent Flooding

August 23, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV — Upshur County officials are reminding residents to report stream debris blockages that may worsen flooding or obstruct natural water flow. The West Virginia Conservation Agency (WVCA) and its partner Conservation Districts have…

Upshur County Long‑Term Flood Recovery Meeting – August 24 at 9 AM

August 23, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV: Upshur County Community Partners invite all flood‑recovery organizers, volunteers, and supporting organizations to join a collaborative discussion focused on long‑term recovery needs, ongoing efforts, and coordinated support for our neighbors. Date: Monday, August 24, 2026Time: 9:00…

Residents Strongly Encouraged to Visit FEMA Disaster Recovery Center on Main Street

August 22, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV — Local officials are urging all Upshur County residents who experienced damage from the recent flooding to visit the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) located on the 2nd Floor of the Upshur County…

On the City Calendar & Announcements: August 17 – 21, 2026

August 16, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV: All meetings, unless otherwise noted, are open to the public and will be held in the Council Chambers at Buckhannon City Hall, 70 E Main St., Buckhannon, WV 26201. For board meeting agendas…

City of Buckhannon Announces Reopening of Jawbone Park and North Buckhannon Riverfront Park in Time for Labor Day Weekend

August 13, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV — The City of Buckhannon is pleased to announce that Jawbone Park and the North Buckhannon Riverfront Park will officially reopen to the public beginning Friday, September 4, just in time for the upcoming…

Follow Up Information for Residents Regarding Stream Debris Reporting

August 13, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV — City and County officials are providing additional clarification for residents reporting debris blockages in local streams following the recent flooding. The West Virginia Conservation Agency (WVCA) and its partner Conservation Districts are focused…

FEMA’s Disaster Recovery Center Is Open in Upshur County

August 13, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV — This is a reminder that FEMA is currently operating a Disaster Recovery Center in Upshur County to provide in‑person support for individuals and families seeking federal disaster aid following the recent flooding.  The center…

Flood Debris Pickup Update

August 11, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV: Regular household garbage service has continued as normal throughout Upshur County. Flood‑related debris pickup is now entering its final phase. If you still have flood-related debris that needs to be picked up in Upshur,…

Residents in Upshur and Lewis Counties Encouraged to Report Stream Debris Blockages Following Recent Flash Flooding

August 10, 2026
BUCKHANNON, WV: Upshur and Lewis County officials are urging residents to report debris blockages in local streams following Tuesday’s flash flooding that impacted communities across north‑central West Virginia. The West Virginia Conservation Agency (WVCA) has…