The Clay Central/Everly school board will meet Wednesday, Oct. 7, to hold a public hearing regarding the sale of the former 7-12 grade building in Everly.

The school board in July agreed to sell the entire property, including all outbuildings, to Guardian Education & Athletic Services for $5,000. The non-profit firm approached the district with plans to transform the facility into an "intermediate college program" geared towards post-secondary students interested in honing both their academic and athletic skills for the next level.

Next week's public hearing is one of the final hurdles...