Barack Obama Elementary School Closed Due To Mold And Rodents…
Barack Obama Elementary School in Richmond, Virginia has closed indefinitely due to mold in the building. Reports also mention rat infestation at the school. The closure affects the school's students and operations.
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2 sourcesBarack Obama Elementary students to remain out of school as RPS works to clear mold
Obama Elementary cancels first day of classes due to mold
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10 sourcesElementary School Named After Obama Closes Indefinitely Due to Rats, Mold
Barack Obama Elementary School in Richmond Closes Indefinitely After Mold and Rodent Infestation
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2 developments- Aug 24Barack Obama Elementary closed indefinitely due to mold
- Aug 25Class dismissed: School named after Obama shuts doors indefinitely
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Quiet for 53 daysLast development · Aug 25 — Class dismissed: School named after Obama shuts doors indefinitely