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Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Sport
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Bleachers being removed from Hite Field for safety reasons
CLARKSBURG, (WBOY) — Crews were at Hite Field in Clarksburg on Monday removing the bleachers from the endzone, but the future of the field is still being decided. According to Harrison County Schools Superintendent Dora Stutler, the bleachers were inspected and deemed unsafe. After the old ones are removed, temporary bleachers will be added until the Harrison County Board of Education decides how it wants to move forward. The facility off Chestnut Street in Clarksburg used to serve as home field for four high schools in the city—Washington Irving, Victory, Roosevelt-Wilson and Notre Dame. With multiple rounds of school closures over the past decades, fewer and fewer schools utilize the field. After Washington Irving Middle School consolidates with Mountaineer Middle School and moves into the current Liberty High School building at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, the field will no longer be associated with a public school. Trial delay 'another disappointment' for USS Cole victim's family Construction at Hite Field in Clarksburg on May 5, 2025 (WBOY image) Stulter said that the board has not decided whether or not the bleachers will be replaced or how the field will be utilized in the future. The field is still used for some youth sports and community events. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Health
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Harrison County official addresses concerns about air quality at Simpson Elementary School
BRIDGEPORT, (WBOY) — Concerns have been raised by parents and community members regarding air quality at Simpson Elementary School. However, an indoor air quality test conducted by the Harrison County Board of Education showed that the concerns appear to be unfounded. James Lopez, Harrison County Schools' Assistant Superintendent of Transportation, confirmed that there is no black mold present at the school. The test, performed on January 30, was prompted by reports of individuals feeling unwell. According to Lopez, the only issue identified was slightly elevated CO2 levels, which is not uncommon in environments with many people. Blind and visually impaired students participate in 'Cane Quest' 'We were able to bring all of that into compliance very quickly, and it was not a health issue,' Lopez said. 'It wasn't optimal, you know, it was slightly elevated, but that's not uncommon when you have a large group of people in a room. The CO2 levels can rise, and that's why you have the equipment that pulls in fresh air to replenish that.' In response to the elevated CO2 levels, the school has replaced all HVAC equipment to ensure proper ventilation and air quality. Lopez also emphasized that the Harrison County Board of Education prioritizes the health and safety of students and staff. To address any concerns, teachers were gathered to review the findings and ensure everyone was informed and reassured about the situation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
