Lineman injured following incident in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — A lineman was injured Wednesday afternoon in Iuka, according to local emergency officials.Tishomingo County Emergency Management Director Peyton Berklite confirmed the injury but said details were limited as of 3:45 p.m. The extent of the lineman’s injuries and the circumstances surrounding the incident were not immediately available.The injury comes as crews continue recovery and repair efforts following...
One person arrested after making bomb threat against Florida school
FLORIDA — Ormond Beach police arrested a 57-year-old man following a bomb threat reported at Temple Beth-El on Wednesday morning.According to the Ormond Beach Police Department, officers responded to a call regarding a suspicious incident at the school located at 579 N. Nova Road. Investigators said Robert Tuck called the school at approximately 10:45 a.m. and made a bomb...
Multiple schools in Texas announce closures for Thursday
TEXAS — Following a significant winter storm in late January 2026 that brought ice, freezing fog and hazardous travel conditions to much of Texas, school districts have continued to adjust schedules for Thursday, January 29, 2026. In many areas — especially North Texas — districts are balancing concerns about lingering ice on roads and campuses with forecasts of improving conditions. North Texas Closures and EvaluationsIn...
Multiple schools in Arkansas announce closures for Thursday
ARKANSAS — Continued icy road conditions, lingering snow and hazardous travel are prompting large numbers of Arkansas school districts — and several colleges — to remain closed or shift to virtual learning on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The closures extend the impact of this month’s historic winter storm, which dropped heavy snow and ice across the state and left many roadways unsafe...
Multiple schools in Illinois announce closures for Thursday
ILLINOIS — As the state continues to feel the effects of this month’s severe winter storm and extreme cold, numerous Illinois school districts have announced closures, remote learning days or other adjustments for Thursday, January 29, 2026. The decisions reflect lingering snow and ice on roads, dangerously low temperatures and ongoing travel safety concerns across much of the state. Southern Illinois Reporting...
Multiple schools in Mississippi announce closures for Thursday
MISSISSIPPI — After a historic winter storm that brought widespread ice, snow, hazardous roads and prolonged cold across Mississippi, many school districts have announced closures or continued altered schedules for Thursday, January 29, 2026. The severe weather has led to extended closures in numerous areas due to road safety concerns, power outages and ongoing cleanup efforts. Confirmed Closures and Extended Weather-Related BreaksDeSoto County Schools — District...
Multiple schools in Indiana announce closures for Thursday
INDIANA — In the aftermath of a major January 2026 winter storm that brought heavy snow, freezing rain and dangerously cold conditions across much of the Midwest, many Indiana schools have adjusted their schedules for Thursday, January 29, 2026. Decisions across the state reflect ongoing travel hazards, ice-covered roads and safety concerns for students and staff. Closures and Remote/E-Learning DaysSeveral school systems and...
Multiple schools in Alabama announce closures for Thursday
ALABAMA — As dangerous icy roads and lingering winter weather effects continue following recent cold and wintry conditions across Alabama, at least some school systems have announced adjusted schedules for Thursday, January 29, 2026. Decisions by local districts focus on travel safety for students and staff amid overnight freezing temperatures and patchy black ice on roadways. Confirmed Schedule Changes for ThursdayMobile County Schools...
Multiple schools in Tennessee announce closures for Thursday
TENNESSEE — As dangerous icy conditions, lingering snow and extreme cold continue days after a historic winter storm impacted Tennessee, many school systems have already announced closures and schedule adjustments for Thursday, January 29, 2026. Officials cite hazardous road conditions, power outages and safety concerns for students and staff as key reasons for the decisions. Confirmed Closures for ThursdaySeveral districts across Middle Tennessee and...
Multiple schools in Kentucky announce closures for Thursday
KENTUCKY — Following a notable winter storm that brought snow, ice and sustained dangerously cold conditions to much of Kentucky this week, many school districts across the Commonwealth have announced adjusted schedules for Thursday, January 29, 2026. Due to lingering road hazards and continued cold impacts, some schools will operate remotely, cancel in-person classes, or remain closed. Central and Eastern KentuckyFayette...
