RICHMOND COUNTY — Several closures have been announced due to weather impacts from Winter Storm Fern across Richmond County, including Richmond County Schools, municipalities and local government offices.
Richmond County Schools announced it will operate under a remote instructional day for all students on Monday, Jan. 26, with an optional remote workday for staff.
“Due to the impacts of Winter Storm Fern, Richmond County Schools will transition to a remote instructional day for all students on Monday, January 26, and will operate on an optional remote workday for staff.
We will continue to monitor conditions across the district and will share an update regarding plans for Tuesday no later than 5:00 PM tomorrow,” said Richmond County Schools in a statement.
The Hamlet city manager announced on social media that administrative offices will be closed, while critical personnel remain on duty, responding to emergencies.
“Out of an abundance of caution, City administrative offices will be closed tomorrow.
Our employees are our most important asset, and I am not willing to accept unnecessary risk to the safety of our team or their families. Safety always comes first.
That said, critical personnel will remain on duty, responding to emergencies and protecting our community.
I ask that you keep our Emergency Services and Public Works teams in your thoughts and prayers. They are the reason we sleep safely at night and why our critical infrastructure continues to operate during challenging conditions.
We will continue to closely assess conditions and coordinate with our Fire and Police Chiefs, and Public Works leadership as we plan for Tuesday.
God bless, stay warm, and thank you for supporting the men and women who serve this community every day.”
The city of Rockingham also announced closures for Monday, Jan. 26.
“Due to the incoming winter storm Fern and the potential for hazardous travel conditions expected from tomorrow through Sunday, all City of Rockingham offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Essential emergency services will remain operational. Residents are encouraged to use caution, limit travel if possible, and stay alert for changing weather and road conditions.
Garbage collection will not run on Monday due to weather conditions.
Weather permitting, the adjusted schedule will be:
Monday & Thursday routes → Collected on Tuesday & Thursday
Tuesday & Friday routes → Collected on Wednesday & Friday
Please place carts at the curb on your rescheduled collection day. Thank you for your patience and understanding as crews work to safely complete all routes.”
The town of Ellerbe also announced the closure of the Ellerbe Town Office on Monday, Jan. 26, due to inclement weather. If weather permits, garbage collection and office operations are expected to resume on Tuesday.
Richmond County Government will also be closed on Monday.
“We will continue to monitor conditions and will provide updates if additional closures become necessary,” read a post on social media by Richmond County Government.
Officials across the county continue to monitor weather conditions and encourage residents to stay informed as Winter Storm Fern moves through the region.