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🌱 How Christy Miller helped steady Upshur schools before stepping down

Buckhannon, West Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Buckhannon! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Christy Miller helped steady Upshur schools before stepping down
  • Upshur County seeks new Administrative & Project Coordinator in Buckhannon
  • Where to spot second graders’ “Marigold Magic” blooms around Buckhannon

Also on today's calendar: National Trails Day — Audra State Park - June 6, 2026 and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 82 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 85, low: 57.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Upshur County Schools Superintendent Christy Miller prepares for retirement after 41 years of work in the education field (wvnews.com) — Upshur County Schools Superintendent Christy Miller, who helped stabilize the district after state intervention, is preparing to retire after more than 41 years in education. Speaking from Buckhannon, she highlights renewed focus on student outcomes, recent math gains, and her plans to stay involved in education part time while spending more time with family.
   

2. Upshur County Commission hiring Administrative & Project Coordinator (mybuckhannon.com) — Upshur County is hiring a full-time Administrative & Project Coordinator based at the County Commission offices in Buckhannon, offering benefits and retirement participation. The role supports county operations, grants, contracts, and strategic projects. Applications are open now, with initial review beginning June 18, and can be picked up at the Upshur County Administrative Annex on West Main Street or downloaded online.
   

3. Upshur County second graders plant marigolds around the community (mybuckhannon.com) — Second graders across Upshur County have filled Buckhannon landmarks like Jawbone Park, City Hall, the fire department and the public library with marigolds as part of a “Marigold Magic” pride project. Partnering with local garden clubs and horticulturist Dixie Green, students started seeds in classrooms and planted them before the Strawberry Festival, creating blooms residents can enjoy all summer and into fall.
   

4. Evolution of a Cornerstone: Spratt poised to lead Buckhannon-Upshur baseball forward (wvnews.com) — Buckhannon-Upshur standout Jaxon Spratt is emerging as a senior leader for the Buccaneers after a breakout junior season at the plate, in the field, and on the mound. He credits family, coaches, and intense offseason training for his rapid development and believes next year’s Buckhannon-Upshur squad has the talent to make a serious push toward the state tournament.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Buckhannon

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Buckhannon

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.