Schools & Education

• Three Richmond County students named to state superintendent's advisory council

  The three students will spend the school year giving Richmond County perspectives on state education policy after earning seats among 85 chosen statewide.

• Laney homecoming pushed to Oct. 17 after Richmond County cancels Saturday school events

  Forecast wind gusts over 40 mph, possible tornadoes, and 1 to 3 inches of rain forced the Friday cancellation that wiped out Laney’s parade and tailgating.

• Gas tax relief isn't reaching Richmond County school buses: transportation spending runs 7% over last year

  The suspension saves the district just $25,000 on October diesel as $6.09 prices push a $500,000 overrun covered from reserves.