Volunteer coaches to get more vetting in Caldwell County

Individuals applying to be a volunteer coach in the Caldwell County School system will now be subjected to a drug test and more in-depth background checks. Coaches will now be vetted through the school systems human resources department similar to employees. The News Topic reports coaches that are approved will be entered into the school systems background checking service that monitors public records and media to alert officials of arrests or incidents involving a volunteer.