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Buckhannon Fireworks Celebration Set for Sunday; Please Watch While Social Distancing

June 29, 2020
June 29, 2020 BUCKHANNON, WV: The City of Buckhannon is hosting an Independence Day Fireworks Celebration on Sunday, July 5, 2020, at 9:45 PM. Due to COVID-19, there will not be an event at Jawbone…

City Recognizes Bob Post & Wolfgang Flor in Jawbone Park on Friday

June 26, 2020
June 26, 2020 BUCKHANNON, WV: On Friday, City of Buckhannon representatives and community members gathered at Jawbone Park to recognize two individuals: Bob Post, as a BEST Bench honoree for volunteerism and service, and the…

Save Your Fireworks for Fourth of July Celebrations, Please

June 22, 2020
June 22, 2020 BUCKHANNON, WV: The City of Buckhannon has recently received numerous complaints about people setting off fireworks. As a reminder, the release of fireworks within City limits is strictly prohibited by Ordinance No.…

Mayor McCauley’s Closing Statement at Buckhannon City Council, June 18, 2020

June 18, 2020
CITY OF BUCKHANNON – MAYOR’S STATEMENT   June 18, 2020 As we conclude this evening’s Council meeting, my last meeting as mayor, I want to thank our citizens for giving me the opportunity these past 50…

Mayor’s Opening Statement on the COVID-19 Pandemic June 18

June 18, 2020
CITY OF BUCKHANNON – MAYOR’S STATEMENT– PANDEMIC, COVID-19 VIRUS June 18, 2020 Good evening.  We continue to take our cues from Charleston regarding all things covid-19.  We continue to recognize & appreciate the excellent performance…

City Hall will be Closed to the Public July 6 for Electrical System Repairs

June 18, 2020
June 18, 2020 BUCKHANNON, WV: Buckhannon City Hall will be closed to the public on Monday, July 6, 2020, so that damaged electrical panels may be replaced. As our facility will be without power that…

Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department COVID-19 Update

June 18, 2020
Posted to the Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department’s Facebook Page, June 18, 2020: Media: Please contact the Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department, (304) 472-2810, for media requests related to this posting.

Buckhannon Street Department Accepting Applications for Full-time Laborer Position

June 12, 2020
The City of Buckhannon Street Department is accepting applications until Friday, June 26, 2020, for the position of full-time laborer.  At least two years of construction experience is required. Benefits include health insurance and participation…

Buckhannon Police Department Accepting Applications for Probationary Police Officer

June 11, 2020
BUCKHANNON POLICE DEPARTMENT Applications for the position of Probationary Police Officer with the Buckhannon City Police department are currently being accepted. The closing date for applications will be 4:30 pm, 10 July, 2020. Applications must…

2020 Municipal Election Unofficial Results; One Council Seat Awaits Canvassing Next Week

June 11, 2020
UPDATE, June 15, 2020: Canvassing conducted today at the Upshur County Courthouse indicates that Cj Rylands will retain his seat on Buckhannon City Council with 437 votes. The vote count is not yet certified. June…