Community Appeals for Help After Field Vandalism
Early this month, surveillance footage from Lewis County High School revealed a blue truck and a side‑by‑side vehicle that had deliberately scarred the school’s football field. The damage, discovered weeks before the scheduled start of the football season, has left the playing surface unusable for upcoming practices.
Investigators have identified a male suspect wearing yellow sunglasses in the images, but no names have been released. The Lewis County Sheriff’s Department is urging anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have additional video to come forward.
Restoration Plans Take Shape
In response, the Lewis County Board of Education is drafting a restoration plan that aims to have the field ready for soccer, football and the Marching Minutemen before the season begins. The board hopes the repairs will preserve the tradition of community sports while ensuring safety for students.
Local families and alumni have expressed disappointment over the act of vandalism, emphasizing that the field is more than a venue — it is a gathering place for the town. As the investigation continues, the collective effort to rebuild underscores the resilience of the community.