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Limited Local Funding Available for Athletics and Recreation

How much is spent to operate school athletics, youth sports, and adult recreation? Does it cover the needs?

Photo by Shannon Moretz / Page Gymnasium at Bartlett Yancey is commonly referred to as the "new gym," despite being named in honor of Coach Lindsey Page in 1988. The building, pictured above, just before the start of the 2026 BYHS Graduation, is showing its age, inside and out.

Education funding provided by the State of North Carolina is used to fund the salary cost of Physical Education (PE) teachers but does not support athletics. Instead, middle and high school sports must rely on local funding.

This past year, of the $3,078,092 in local funding allocated by the Board of Commissioners, the Caswell County Board of Education allocated $136,952 for sports.

EMS Budget Reflects Reality

The FY 2027 budget cuts and hiring freeze did not create the ongoing staffing crisis at EMS. Local leaders reaffirm commitment to citizens, explain why a hiring freeze was needed, and how it is being implemented.

Caswell Coaches Committed to Success of Local Students

Athletic coaches at Caswell's middle and high school say the extra work and personal expense is time and money well-spent

Two BYHS Athletes Recognized With Heart of a Champion Award

The award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding character, overcome adversity, and gone above and beyond in their pursuit of success.

Massey and Slade Seeking Reelection to Soil and Water Conservation District

What do the Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisors do and when does the filing period end?

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EMS Budget Reflects Reality

Caswell Coaches Committed to Success of Local Students

Two BYHS Athletes Recognized With Heart of a Champion Award

Massey and Slade Seeking Reelection to Soil and Water Conservation District