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Back 2 School: 3 districts, including one of fastest growing in U.S., return to class today

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Courtney Martinez, as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 30, 2026 · 1 min read

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Students in Jackson County, Jefferson City, and Lamar County are returning to class on Thursday. This marks the beginning of the back to school season in these areas. Lamar County has implemented changes to its school schedule and bus route times.

m. School bus pick-ups have also been adjusted, with times shifted back by 10 to 15 minutes. m.

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Category: schools · Published: July 30, 2026 · Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News · Reading time: 1 min

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Back 2 School: 3 districts, including one of fastest growing in U.S., return to class today

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