SUMMARY: Bay County students return to school on Thursday, August 14th. Fayette County Schools Superintendent David Warville highlights new safety measures, including advanced weapon detection technology used in schools, funded by COVID relief money. Schools have phones connecting all buildings for emergencies, and resource officers are trained for active shooter scenarios. A new cell phone policy bans phones during the academic day for elementary, middle, and high school students, with a one-month grace period until September 14th. Students can store phones in lockers, with locks provided if needed. The policy allows phone use for extracurricular communication and will be reviewed mid-year for improvements.

Fayette County students head back to school for the 2025-2026 school year. It can be challenging for kids to transition into the mindset of summer vacation ending and school starting again, and safety is always a concern.

~ Newswatch reporter Jillian Risberg (https://www.facebook.com/JillianRisTV).

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SUMMARY: The City of Milton, plagued by severe flooding for over a century, is set to build a 1.5-mile, 19-foot-high urban levy to mitigate flood risks. This key project, signed today by West Virginia Governor Patrick Moresy and local leaders, will protect over 600 buildings, enhance public safety, and include flood walls, pond relocations, and pump stations. Construction is planned from 2028 to 2032, with design and survey work ongoing. Mayor Shane Evans emphasized ending residents’ long-standing fear of floods. While traffic impacts remain unclear, officials highlight the extensive preparations ahead to safeguard Milton’s community.

Lower Mud River Project signed and approved in Milton

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SUMMARY: Weekend Weather August 10th forecast for Appalachia calls for another hot day with mostly dry conditions currently. Temperatures are around 77 to 81 degrees but expected to rise through the week. Overnight lows will drop to the 60s with fog developing in river valleys. Rain chances start tomorrow afternoon, with scattered showers and thunderstorms likely, especially Wednesday which has the highest rain chance. Humidity will increase, making it uncomfortably muggy. Stay hydrated and prepared for daily rain showers that should help cool things down. The West Virginia State Fair will experience warm, humid weather with intermittent rain throughout the week ahead.

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