Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Heads up, please WBOC-
MISLEADING:
WBOC'S webpage was displaying a weather item from Friday, January 23rd as its top "Trending Now" news on January 28th.
The five-day old item was in reference to this past weekend's weather, not this coming weekend. (This weekend's forecast mentions the possibility of snow.)
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
WEATHER IMPACT ANNOUNCEMENTS-
Worcester County Public Schools
not weather impacted but on
operating schedule below as
previously planned:
(WMDT)
LEWES, Del. – Special Olympics Delaware has announced it will be rescheduling the 2026 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge.
The Plunge will now take place on Sunday, March 1 in Rehoboth Beach.
All other weekend elements, including the Newark packet pick up and the 5k Run to the Plunge will be postponed to the weekend of February 27 to March 1.
The Plunge and other events are being rescheduled due to severe weather conditions and for the safety of all participants.
Those who have made over-night accommodations are asked to cancel or reschedule.
Check regularly with local news links:
Closings, delays:
(Worcester County Sheriff's Office)
Our Worcester County Animal Control Officers would like to remind all pet owners to bring their pets indoors when temperatures reach 32 degrees or below. Pets should not be left outside for extended periods. Please stay with your pets when they go outside and bring them back indoors promptly. Your pets rely on you for their safety and well-being. Stay safe during this storm, and help keep your pets safe and warm as well.
(City of Pocomoke)
❄️ Attention Pocomoke Residents ❄️
(Be prepared if there's another winter storm.)
- Keep phones charged for weather updates & emergency alerts
- Stock up on medications, groceries & other essentials
- Prepare blankets, coats, hats, gloves, scarves & other warm clothing
- Bring your pets inside or create a safe & warm shelter outside with food & unfrozen water
- Prevent frozen pipes by keeping your home warm, faucets drip & insulate exposed pipes
- Ensure smoke & carbon monoxide detectors have fresh batteries & are working properly
- Move vehicles off snow emergency routes, such as Market Street, driveways recommended
- Keep a supply of salt or cat litter for icy driveways & walkways
- Only use portable heating sources as directed by the manufacturer & never operate generators indoors or in attached garages
The First Responders of Pocomoke City are prepared for this storm & ready to face any issues that may arise.
We will provide updates as we receive them. Stay safe, be smart & stay warm!
Monday, January 26, 2026
Forecast: Some weekend snow; heaviest to the south of Delmarva-
See current forecasts and NOAA Weather statements at links below.
(Link to forecast and advisories, lower E.S. Md:)
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.0722&lon=-75.5638
(Link to forecast and advisories, E.S. Va:)
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.7108&lon=-75.742
Taking a break from talk of ice and cold for a moment... let's talk CHICKEN!
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Time Machine: 100 years ago in Pocomoke's newspaper; early 1900's Pocomoke High School, 2001.
Democratic Messenger 1969 Centennial Edition
(A-I says:)
The wooden version of Pocomoke High School on Walnut Street was still in use for third and fourth grades when I was a lad, probably about 1957 to maybe 1959. First and second grades were housed in the "new" brick building, third and fourth grades in the old wooden structure and some classes (not sure which grades) held in the Masonic Hall on Walnut Street.
I remember the cornerstone for the "new" high school was laid in 1957 and eventually held seventh grades through twelfth while the "old" high school on Market Street would eventually hold third through sixth grades. This went a long way to ease overcrowding, at least until the fire and destruction of the "old" high school on Market Street.
Your friend,
Slim
I remember the cornerstone for the "new" high school was laid in 1957 and eventually held seventh grades through twelfth while the "old" high school on Market Street would eventually hold third through sixth grades. This went a long way to ease overcrowding, at least until the fire and destruction of the "old" high school on Market Street.
Your friend,
Slim
June 2001
The Star Democrat (Easton)
tkforppe@yahoo.com
Saturday, January 24, 2026
OC Bridge has reopened to traffic early-
The Route 50 Harry W. Kelley bridge at Ocean City has reopened to vehicle traffic earlier than anticipated...
(View news story:)
Ocean City's Route 50 bridge reopens early | Premium Content | octodaydispatch.com
Friday, January 23, 2026
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Next year's Worcester School Calendar: your preferences-
To view the options and complete the survey before it closes on Friday January 23, visit https://tejoin.com/scroll/72981187 .
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
End of an era at Tom's Cove-
(Shore Daily News)
Demolition is now underway at the former Tom’s Cove Visitor Center, marking the end of a decades-old landmark that once served as a primary gateway for visitors to Assateague Island and the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge.
(View news story:)
Demolition of Tom's Cove Visitors Center underway - Shore Daily News
Game attendance restrictions at Crisfield-
(WMDT)
(View news story:)
Crisfield High Restricts Basketball Game Attendance Following Altercation - 47abc
Monday, January 19, 2026
Ocean City detour reminder-
The Route 50 bridge at Ocean City will be closed from January 20 through February 3 for repairs. Traffic will be detoured to Route 90.