CONWAY — A few citizens believe the Conway School District is going too far with its COVID-10 guidelines and made their feelings known to the Conway School Board during public comments via Zoom on Monday night.
Just three people — Linda Burns of Conway, and Kennett High seniors Jack Martin and Ty Montowski — attended the meeting in person, all wearing masks. The students presented a petition to allow students to attend indoor sporting events.
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