War on obesity targets students

Two state cabinet officers visited a Fayette County middle school this week to announce a grant program designed to promote physical fitness.

The Active Schools Grant will provide middle schools with $5,000 to adopt physical activity programs that meet federal guidelines, Secretary of Health Everette James announced during a visit to Albert Gallatin South Middle School in Point Marion. Schools that receive the Health Department funds will receive an additional $10,000 from various foundations, including the Highmark Foundation.  Click here for full article.

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