From classroom to city hall: West Virginia students can now apply to join youth council

From classroom to city hall: West Virginia students can now apply to join youth council

WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) - One local city is offering a unique opportunity for a number of school students to become active members of their community. Weirton City Council recently approved an ordinance to move forward with the first ever WeirtonYouth Council. The program will be made up of students in grades 7 through 9 and includes public and private schools, as well as those enrolled in home school programs. Weirton officials say Youth Council …