UPDATE: Thursday, September 11, 2025 @ 1:57 p.m. | MCDOWELL COUNTY, WV (WVNS) -- McDowell County Schools released a statement about the evacuation of two schools on Thursday, September 11, 2025 due to an alleged bomb threat.

Dear Families and Community Members,

Earlier today, our RV/SRMS school campus was evacuated following a wall graffiti bomb threat. We want to assure you that emergency officials have now CLEARED the campus and confirmed that it is safe.

While we are grateful for the quick response of law enforcement and first responders, it is important to recognize the seriousness of this situation. Threats of any kind—whether written, spoken, or acted upon—are NEVER a joke. They disrupt learning, create fear, and will carry very serious consequences.

We strongly encourage all par

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