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 Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026