Schools short on money got the attention of lawmakers last fall when a rural district nearly closed.The Florence County School District stayed open, but other schools say they are also at risk. Some democrats and educators are now demanding a change in how the state funds public schools, and they want it by next year, when a new state budget is considered.Shamane Mills reports…
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