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EDITOR’S NOTE: The Community Calendar is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Entries appear in chronological order and as space allows. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Calvary Assembly in Valley Head will host a vacation bible school today from 5:30-8 p.m. Meal served every night at 5:30 p.m. All ages of children are welcome to this Free event 68TH CLASS REUNION: The Elkins High School Class of 1957’s 68th Class Reunion will be held today and Saturday, Aug. 2. On Friday, the class photo and ...

Buckhannon Rotary announces Board of Directors

BUCKHANNON — The Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur has announced its 2025-2026 Board of Directors. They are: Sandi LaRosa, President; Deb Harrison, President Elect; Dr. Dan Martin, Secretary; Don Nestor, Treasurer; and Alan Hager; Sergeant at Arms. The Committee Chairs for the upcoming ...

Festival Fridays on the Buckhannon City Calendar

BUCKHANNON — All meetings, unless specified otherwise, are open to the public and will take place in the Council Chambers at Buckhannon City Hall, located at 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201. For agendas of board meetings, or for City Council meeting agendas, see the city’s official website. No meetings are scheduled this week. Friday, Aug. 1: • Festival Fridays in Jawbone Park: Celebrate summer with Create Buckhannon! Enjoy live music from Sapps Hollow Band (Old Country/Gospel), Create Buckhannon Chicken Dinner Sales, local food vendors, fresh produce, and artisans. Music ...

Community Calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Community Calendar is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Entries appear in chronological order and as space allows. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Calvary Assembly in Valley Head will host a vacation bible school today through Aug. 1 from 5:30-8 p.m. Meal served every night at 5:30 p.m. All ages of children are welcome to this Free event 68TH CLASS REUNION: The Elkins High School Class of 1957’s 68th Class Reunion will be held on Friday, Aug. 1 and Saturday, Aug. 2. On ...

Kris Warner reports on first six months as secretary of state

CHARLESTON — WV Secretary of State Kris Warner released a report today highlighting some of the accomplishments of the first six months of his administration. Since January, the WV Secretary of State’s Office has been working hard to register new voters, revolutionize the business registration process with award-winning technology, and prepare for the 2026 election cycle. Secretary Warner commended West Virginia lawmakers for their efforts to bolster voter confidence by passing common-sense initiatives during the 2025 Legislative Session. Six key legislative initiatives supported ...

Wesleyan mourning long-time professor Popson

BUCKHANNON — The West Virginia Wesleyan College community is mourning the sudden loss of Dr. George Albert “Bert” Popson Jr., Department of Physics and Engineering chair and long-time professor for nearly 36 years. Popson passed away July 14. Popson, originally from Kittanning, ...