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Robeson County school board tables naming decision for new career and technology facility after public comment
Summary
After public comments urging the board to name a new career-and-technology facility for local leaders, the Public Schools of Robeson County board debated policy requirements for naming, then voted to table the recommendation pending a policy interpretation and/or public hearing.
The Public Schools of Robeson County Board of Education on Jan. 13 heard hours of public comment urging the board to officially name its new career-and-technology facility for local Lumbee leaders, but the board ultimately tabled the recommendation to seek a clear interpretation of its naming policy.
Members of the public and multiple speakers representing the Lumbee community asked the board to name the building for Dr. Barry Harding and Dr. Johnny Hunt, citing support letters from local officials and community leaders. Bosco Locklear told the board the request included…
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