Prosecutors say race had nothing to do with the incident. One change in this trial is President Judge George Hoffer will preside over the court proceeding. Judge Kevin Hess oversaw the prior two trials. Hess had indicated before the second trial he would rather not hear the case again. There are reports he reiterated that stance at a meeting in chambers with the attorneys prior to the third pre-trial conference in October.
Crane remains free on bond.
The board advertised a public meeting for 7 p.m. in the board meeting room at Iron Forge Educational Center, but discussion will take place in executive session. Mrs. Kenyon would not disclose what tract is involved. But she said it's not related to any ongoing project in the district. School Board President Ronald Weibley and Acting Superintendent Patricia Sanker were unavailable for comment this morning. Tuesday's executive session will follow the board's regular meeting today at 7 p.m. in the board meeting room.