A central Illinois school district is deal with a major issue at its high school football field that will be a multi-million dollar fix.

On the WHOW Morning Show Thursday, Heyworth Schools Superintendent Dr. Lisa Taylor told Regional the start to the school year has been the best in years but it is being overshadowed by an issue at the high school football complex that will be millions of dollars to fix.

While there were always signs something was not right with the complex over the years, the district never knew it was as bad as it was. Dr. Taylor explains they would fix the issues every few years but they would keep returning.

According to Dr. Taylor, the district will explore an all-turf field given the extensive nature of the project. She points out those bids would be alternate bids.

The district may have its spring track season altered if it decides to move on a plan this spring. Dr. Taylor indicates they will probably be contacting neighboring districts or colleges for use of their facilities.

The issue has consumed the Heyworth Board of Education in recent meetings. Dr. Taylor indicates the community has been supportive of all the things they have had to and she hopes to soon have a plan to address everything they need to fix.