CDC issues guidelines but local school boards will make call on masks Gene Marrano July 13, 2021 1 minute read Photo: Virginia Tech The CDC has released revised back-to-school guidelines for K through 12 grade students, on who should still wear a mask this Fall. But on the local level, the Federal Agency doesn’t have the final say, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Senator Tim Kaine’s virtual press conference addressing Latin American affairs.Next: Nats pitcher will face off against Ohtani in All Star Game Related Stories Carilion, FBRI host workshop on latest treatment options for some forms of cancer Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 Miss Virginia, Miss Virginia’s Teen competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 2026 Fourth of July fireworks guide: Roanoke, Lynchburg, Smith Mountain Lake and Southwest Virginia Ian Price June 26, 2026