WREG News Channel 3 Latest School Closings and Delays

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When winter weather or severe storms move through the Mid-South, staying informed about school schedules is a top priority for families in Memphis, West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and Eastern Arkansas. WREG News Channel 3 serves as the region’s primary source for real-time updates on school closings and delays.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Stay Updated with WREG

WREG offers several high-speed methods to track changes to your school district’s schedule:

The WREG Closing Dashboard: The most direct way to see the full list is by visiting the WREG School Closings page. This list is alphabetized and searchable, covering public, private, and charter schools.
WREG News Channel 3 App: You can download the app on iOS or Android and enable “Breaking News” and “Weather” alerts. This allows you to receive a push notification the moment a major district like MSCS announces a change.
On-Air Ticker: During WREG News Channel 3 Daybreak (starting at 4:30 AM), a constant scroll at the bottom of the screen provides the latest status for every reporting district and business.

Understanding the Terms

When weather strikes, the status of your school will likely fall into one of these categories:

Status	Meaning for Parents & Students
Closed	No school for students. Often includes the cancellation of all extracurricular activities.
2-Hour Delay	School and bus routes begin exactly two hours later than the standard time. Breakfast is often not served on these days.
Incidental/Remote Learning Day	Physical buildings are closed, but students are expected to log in for “Snow Day” assignments or live virtual instruction.
Early Dismissal	Students are sent home several hours early to ensure buses can complete their routes before road conditions deteriorate.

How the Decision is Made

The WREG First Alert Weather Team works around the clock to provide superintendents with the most accurate forecasts. School leaders typically make the call by 5:00 AM based on:

Road Safety: Can buses safely navigate bridges and overpasses, which freeze first in the Mid-South?
Temperatures: Extreme wind chills can make waiting at bus stops dangerous for children.
Power Outages: In the event of ice storms, schools must have functional heating and lighting to open.

Preparation Tip

Mid-South weather can change rapidly. It is highly recommended to have a “Plan B” for childcare ready before the first snowflake or ice pellet falls.

WREG-TV, virtual channel 3 (UHF digital channel 28), is a CBS-affiliated television station licensed to Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The station is owned by Nexstar Media Group.-Wikipedia