U.S. District Court to close on March 16 due to winter storm

James D. Peterson, Chief U.S. District Judge
James D. Peterson, Chief U.S. District Judge
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The U.S. District Court announced on March 16 that it will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026, because of a winter storm.

The closure is intended to ensure the safety of court staff and visitors during severe weather conditions.

According to the announcement, all scheduled court proceedings and operations will be postponed or rescheduled as necessary. The court advises individuals with pending matters to check for updates regarding new dates and times for their cases.

This decision follows standard procedures for inclement weather events affecting public institutions. Updates about reopening or further closures will be provided as more information becomes available.



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