BAINBRIDGE, Ga. (WALB) - A bus driver shortage is affecting school routes in Decatur County.

Transportation officials say pick-up and drop-off times could be delayed or changed.

The district said it is working to keep students safe and get them to and from school as efficiently as possible. Officials said families will be notified as soon as any route changes are made.

Decatur County Schools is actively hiring bus drivers. Application information is available through the district’s HR website.

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