Local senators secure $30,000 in public funding for Indian Camp Normal Building repairs

Sen. Bill Hamilton delivered a $30,000 check to the Upshur County Commission to help repair the historic Indian Camp Normal Building. Organizers say the 1913 community landmark needs extensive structural work and hope construction can begin in August.

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