The Richland One School Board has halted construction on the Vince Ford Learning Center after it was revealed that the project began without the necessary permits.
The decision to stop the $31 million project came after legal issues and controversy arose, leading to the ouster of former Superintendent Craig Witherspoon.
Homeowners in the area have expressed frustration over the district’s failure to secure the proper permits but acknowledged the district’s intentions to build the learning center…