Morgan High and Junior High School sports seasons are moving forward as planned amidst a spike of COVID-19 cases.
"Athletics offers so many benefits to our students, and I see participation as a benefit to a student's overall well being and mental health," Morgan Athletic Director Greg Moore said. "We will continue forward as long as we are able to safely."
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