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DPS Operates on a 2-Hour Delay Friday

Overnight and into Saturday, snow's expected to sweep into Durham, complicating school plans for next week.

Wes Platt

Wes Platt

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DPS Operates on a 2-Hour Delay Friday
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Durham Public Schools this evening announced schools are operating on a two-hour delay Friday for all students and staff.

Buses run two hours later than normal. School starts two hours later. Before-school programs also run on a two-hour delay.

"Expect delays as our (bus) drivers will be exercising great caution as they travel routes," stated the district announcement.

Friday evening and Saturday, as many as 8 inches of snow could fall on Durham. Be ready for remote learning early next week.

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