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Harrison County Schools in State Crosshairs | Charleston News
Harrison County Schools is fighting back after the state declared a partial emergency over alleged overspending — but the board says it’s been blindsided and unfairly targeted. Despite cutting 147 jobs and closing five schools, the county claims only 89 positions exceed state funding limits — and those are covered by a local levy. Board president Frank Devono Jr. slammed the state for ignoring local input and failing to visit schools, while stressing they’re ready to make cuts — but warn drastic reductions could hurt students. With enrollment dropping 1,800 in two years, the board vows to…
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