Schools in Mold Crisis | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Students at Obama Elementary are finally getting some semblance of a normal school day after being relocated to the Pine Camp Arts and Community Center while their building undergoes a major mold cleanup—with no firm return date yet. The superintendent reports progress on top and middle floors, with air quality testing underway, and the cafeteria and basement still in progress, expected to wrap by week’s end. One spot remains slightly humid, so extra dehumidifiers are on standby. Meanwhile, McClenney and Bellevue Elementary are also dealing with potential mold issues, awaiting test results…