Decatur, Lawrence, Limestone schools closed; Hartselle, Morgan and Athens remote learning

Michael Wetzel, The Decatur Daily, Ala.
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Feb. 18—Decatur City Schools and Decatur Heritage Christian Academy have announced they will be closed today.

Hartselle City Schools announced Wednesday night it'll deliver instruction virtually today.

The Athens City and Morgan County Schools had said earlier they would have remote instruction today.

Lawrence and Limestone schools will be closed today.

Lawrence County

Inclement weather conditions and icy roads led to Lawrence County Schools decision to remain closed Thursday, according to Superintendent Jon Bret Smith.

"Roads on the western side of the county are still icy in places and tonight's weather leaves us in a quandary," Smith said Wednesday afternoon. "It's best to err on the side of caution. Safety of our students and staff remains a priority for Lawrence schools."

He said students will not have to make up any school days missed this week because Gov. Kay Ivey issued a state of emergency for all of the counties in north Alabama.

Morgan County

Morgan County Schools spokeswoman Lisa Screws said the district will remain on a virtual schedule Thursday because of possible weather issues.

Limestone County

Limestone County Schools announced they'd be closed today. "We will continue to monitor the situation and will make a decision about Friday as soon as possible," a statement from Limestone County Schools said.

Athens City

Athens City Schools announced its students would have e-learning today.

— mike.wetzel@decaturdaily.com or 256-340-2442. Twitter @DD_Wetzel.