OHIO — Several school districts across Ohio announced closures or delayed starts for Friday, Jan. 30, due to ongoing severe winter weather and dangerously cold conditions following a major winter storm this past weekend.
Confirmed Closures
- Akron Public Schools announced all schools will be closed Friday due to extreme weather.
- Newton Falls Exempted Village Schools will be closed Friday due to inclement weather.
- Hope Haven School is closed Friday, according to local announcements.
Delayed Starts
- Jackson City School District is scheduled to open on a 2-hour delay Friday.
- In northwest Ohio, several districts reported delayed openings, including:
- Miller City‑New Cleveland Schools — 2-hour delay
- Minster Local Schools — 2-hour delay
- New Bremen Local Schools — 2-hour delay
(Delays reported by local community listings; details may be updated by districts later.)
Context
The widespread closings and delays come as Ohio continues to deal with the aftermath of a significant winter storm that brought heavy snow and dangerously cold temperatures, prompting schools across the state to periodically cancel classes earlier in the week.
School officials urged families to stay informed through district communications and local media for any updates on additional closures or schedule changes.
