Update: As of Thursday morning, Tropical Storm Ian is beginning to move out of Florida and we begin to look at impacts on North Carolina. See our coverage of that here. We expect more closures and delays to be announced today, so check back to this page frequently.
1:15 p.m. Thursday Update: Multiple school closures or remote adjustments (including Cumberland County) have been added. See the schools section below.
As Hurricane Ian impacts Florida today, it’s time to pay attention and prepare for potential impacts in North Carolina later in the week.
Currently, heavy rain is expected across our region Friday and Saturday.
As closures and delays are announced we will add them to this page.
If you’d like to report an official closure or delay, please send an e-mail to country@wkml.com. We will monitor this e-mail address for ALL of our Beasley Media stations.
Government Closures
- City of Fayetteville bond education session scheduled for Friday, at 5:45 p.m. has been CANCELLED.
- Fayetteville Cumberland Parks and Rec outdoor activities cancelled for Friday and Saturday. Volleyball games Saturday still on.
- No City of Fayetteville yard waste or household waste pickup Friday. Rescheduled for Wednesday, October 5.
- Moore County offices open, but other schedule adjustments. See below.
- Cumberland County offices and court system will be closed Friday.
- Shelter opening at Smith Recreation Center.
- Robeson County Government closing at noon Friday.
Moore County
- General county offices will operate a normal schedule on Friday, September 30, 2022.
- Moore County Transportation Services will be closed on Friday, September 30, 2022.
- Moore County Landfill site will operate on a normal schedule.
- Moore County Collections Sites hours of operations on Friday, September 30, 2022, 7:00 am to 11:00 am.
- Moore County Collections Sites hours of operations on Saturday, October 1, 2022, 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- Moore County Department of Aging will be closed on Saturday, October 1, 2022.
Schools
Schools systems reporting so far:
- Cumberland County
- Hoke County
- Robeson County
- Bladen County
- Lee County
- Moore County
- Columbus County
- Harnett County
- Richmond County
- Sampson County
Colleges and Universities Reporting So Far:
- FTCC (remote)
- Methodist University (closed)
- Campbell University (Open)
- Fayetteville State (restricted, no classes)
Cumberland County Schools
In anticipation of inclement weather conditions that may impact our region and with the safety of our students, employees, and families in mind, Friday, September 30, 2022, will be an asynchronous remote learning day for CCS students. Learn more at: https://t.co/dzVlKEgxYn. pic.twitter.com/2nJ6lLum3M
— Cumberland County Schools (@CumberlandCoSch) September 29, 2022In anticipation of inclement weather conditions that may impact our region and with the safety of our students, employees, and families in mind, Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, will be an asynchronous remote learning day for Cumberland County Schools (CCS) students.
During an asynchronous remote learning day, students work independently on assignments that are uploaded to the Canvas learning management platform. Elementary and middle school students will have five days to complete and submit their assignments, and high school students will have three days. Students enrolled in classes at Fayetteville State University, Fayetteville Technical Community College and College Connections should contact their instructors for additional guidance.
The district’s Prime Time Before & After School Program will be closed on Friday. All athletic events and after-school activities scheduled for Friday have been canceled or rescheduled. All weekend activities are canceled.
District offices and school buildings will be closed on Friday and employees will work remotely.
Robeson County Schools - Friday Remote
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Bladen County Schools - Remote Friday
📌 Attn BCS Families—Due to the possible risk of localized flooding and gusty winds as a result of Hurricane Ian, and out...
Posted by Bladen County Schools on Wednesday, September 28, 2022Lee County Schools - Remote Friday
REMOTE LEARNING DAY
— Lee County Schools (@leecoschoolsnc) September 29, 2022
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Most-recent forecasts predict that remnants from Hurricane Ian will cause high winds — with strong gusts — and heavy rain in our area, making power outages more likely and travel potentially hazardous for school busses and staff. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/3kZCHq8GXVMoore County Schools - Closed Friday
Due to expected inclement weather from Tropical Storm Ian to include strong wind gusts and rain, schools will be closed to all students on Friday, September 30. See https://t.co/Z1Xg6GWeVC for more information.
— Moore County Schools (@MooreSchools) September 29, 2022Columbus County Schools - Remote Friday
Columbus County Schools will be in Remote Instruction for Friday, September 30th. Students will be given assignments through Google Classroom, and teachers will be available for questions through email and/or Remind. After School activities for Thursday afternoon still scheduled.
— Columbus County Schools (@colcoschools) September 29, 2022Sampson County Schools - Remote Friday
All after-school and evening activities Friday will be cancelled. All offices and buildings will be closed on Friday for students. Instructions for assignments will be given to students before leaving school Thursday. Students will need to complete their classwork and assignments and turn them in when they return to school.
Fayetteville Technical Community College
FTCC will have remote learning on Friday, September 30.
FTCC will operate remotely Friday, Sept. 30. Instruction will move online for the day. Stay safe and dry, Trojans! pic.twitter.com/KT1ePmXDc3
— Fayetteville Tech (@FAYTECHCC) September 29, 2022Methodist University
All on-campus classes and events scheduled for Friday, Sept. 30, at Methodist University have been canceled and all offices are closed.
— Methodist University (@MethodistU) September 30, 2022
Read the full Presidential update here: https://t.co/SDhbobjk3z pic.twitter.com/hVyyUkcjYgFayetteville State University
Dear FSU Family: According to the latest weather information, the Fayetteville area will experience strong winds and...
Posted by Fayetteville State University on Thursday, September 29, 2022Campbell University
Morning update: Classes will remain in session and the university will remain open. Strong winds and rain are expected for our area. We urge all faculty, staff and students to use caution if traveling to campus and take precautions for personal safety.
— Campbell University (@campbelledu) September 30, 2022Sports
High School Football
Changes to the games originally scheduled for 9/30.
- Thursday Games (9/29)
- Seventy First at Cape Fear, 6:30
- Metrolina Christian at Trinity Christian, 6:30
- Triton at Westover, 7
- Harnett Central at E.E. Smith, 7
- Jack Britt at Purnell Swett, 7
- Douglas Byrd at Gray’s Creek, 7:30
- South View at Lumberton, 7:30
- Fairmont at Clinton, 7
- Hoke County at Richmond, 7:30
- Pinecrest at Southern Lee, 7:30
- Red Springs at Midway, 7
- Scotland at Union Pines, 7:30
- Whiteville at East Columbs, 7:30
- Monday Game (10/3)
- Pine Forest at Terry Sanford, 7
- East Bladen vs. West Bladen, 6
- Thursday Games (9/29)
Community Events
WKML Ticket Stops
All WKML Stars & Guitars Ticket Stops scheduled for this weekend have been moved to later dates.
Fort Bragg Oktoberfest
The Friday portion of the Fort Bragg Oktoberfest event has been cancelled.
Saturday’s events starting at noon and going to 10 p.m. are STILL ON. Head here for more information!
Saturday is still on form 1200 – 2200
Field of Honor
Downtown Fayetteville’s Field of Honor will have the flags removed to prevent damage during the storm. Flags will be replaced on Monday.
Rock'n On the River
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Power Company Updates
Lumbee River EMC
We do not expect a direct hit from Hurricane Ian, but we will feel some of its effects. Our members could experience some power outages. Plan now. LREMC teams are monitoring the situation closely. We are here and ready to respond. pic.twitter.com/ybkzrJcKDz
— Lumbee River EMC (@lremc) September 29, 2022Fayetteville PWC
As a safety precaution, PWC’s Payment Center will be closed as of 12 noon today (Sept. 30, 2022) for in-person payments. All other PWC payment options will remain available, including our 24-hour payment station, located in the drive-thru area. #HurricaneIan #Safety1stNever2nd pic.twitter.com/1FKu92tKpl
— Fayetteville PWC (@FAYPWC) September 30, 2022
