Netting around Wright Elementary School installed after bat infestation
Netting installed at Wright Elementary School, as seen on Aug. 30, 2023. The netting was put in place after bats were spotted inside the school. The netting allows the bats to leave, but they can't come back in. (Image source:Â Grace Hayba / WDRB)
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An elementary school in Shelby County has a bat problem.
Health officials have captured and tested nine bats so far. Four were found at Shelby County High School and five inside of Wright Elementary.
