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Winter Storm Shuts Schools Across Michigan and Other States on Wednesday

Hazardous snow and ice led local officials to cancel classes or adjust schedules to protect commuters and students.

Overview

  • In Washtenaw County, cancellations included Ann Arbor Public Schools, Dexter, Saline and Ypsilanti, with some districts also suspending after-school activities.
  • Wayne County listed widespread closures featuring Detroit Public Schools alongside numerous charter, private and municipal systems.
  • Across West Michigan, districts such as Grand Rapids, Grandville, Rockford, Byron Center and Forest Hills declared snow days as heavy, wet snow slowed the morning commute.
  • Outside Michigan, Virginia saw multiple district closures, North Carolina issued delayed starts, and Minnesota combined limited closures with delays and e-learning schedules.
  • Forecasters highlighted the risk of significant snowfall—up to roughly 20 inches in some locations—and urged families to check district communications for ongoing updates.