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 Thursday
Several districts across Middle Tennessee and beyond are scheduled to remain closed Thursday:
- Allen County Schools
- Benton County Schools
- Cheatham County Schools
- Dickson County Schools
- Franklin Special School District
- Henry County Schools
- Lebanon Special School District
- Marshall County Schools
- Metro Nashville Public Schools
- Montgomery County Schools
- Overton County Schools
- Rutherford County Schools
- Williamson County Schools
- Wilson County Schools
In many of these districts, closures extend through Friday or the rest of the week, reflecting continued hazardous conditions on area roadways and ongoing cleanup after the winter storm.
Extended and Multi-Day Closures
Other counties with extended closures into Thursday and beyond include:
- DeKalb County Schools
- Hickman County Schools
- Houston County Schools
- Humphreys County Schools
- Macon County Schools
- Perry County Schools (closed through Friday)
- Robertson County Schools
- Stewart County Schools
- Sumner County Schools
These extended closures reflect a combination of icy roads, power restoration issues and unsafe travel, particularly on rural secondary routes.
Additional Schedule Changes
Beyond straightforward closures, some schools and institutions are operating remotely or with adjusted schedules due to the ongoing storm impacts (e.g., virtual operations at select campuses).
Statewide Weather Context
Tennessee continues to experience the lingering effects of a major winter storm, with ice, snow and dangerous cold conditions persisting in many communities days after the storm’s peak. Officials and meteorologists have repeatedly warned that hazardous road conditions, freezing temperatures and power restoration efforts are influencing decisions about school schedules and daily operations.
Students, families and staff are encouraged to check district official communications for the latest Thursday, January 29 updates, as decisions may continue to evolve with late-night weather forecasts and roadway assessments…