Harris County football game rescheduled; Central vs. Smiths Station kickoff moved up due to Hurricane Isaias
Schools across the CNAW2News coverage area are adjusting Friday football schedules and weekend activities as Hurricane Isaias brings the threat of severe weather to the region.
The Harris County School District announced several schedule changes Friday, October 9, while Smiths Station High School Athletics has moved up the kickoff time for the Panthers’ game against the Central Red Devils.
HARRIS COUNTY FOOTBALL GAME MOVED TO MONDAY
The Harris County Tigers’ football game against Lithia Springs High School, originally scheduled for Friday, October 9, has been rescheduled for Monday, October 12, at 2 p.m. at Tiger Stadium.
The district also announced that all Harris County School District events scheduled for Saturday, October 10, are canceled. All district facilities will be closed Saturday.
Homecoming court activities have been rescheduled to halftime of the football game against Starr’s Mill on Friday, October 16, at 7:30 p.m.
The Harris County High School Homecoming Dance has also been rescheduled. It will now take place Saturday, October 24, at 7 p.m. at Harris County High School.
District officials said the changes were made because of developing weather conditions associated with Hurricane Isaias, emphasizing that the safety of students, employees and the community remains the top priority.
SMITHS STATION VS. CENTRAL KICKOFF MOVED UP
In East Alabama, Smiths Station High School Athletics announced a change to Friday night’s football game between the Smiths Station Panthers and Central Red Devils.
Due to the possibility of inclement weather, kickoff for the Backyard Brawl at T.C. Britton Field at Panther Stadium has been moved up to 5:30 p.m. Central Time. Gates will open at 4 p.m. Central Time.
Fans planning to attend should account for the earlier start and continue monitoring school communications for any additional changes.
Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring heavy rainfall, gusty winds, flooding and a continued tornado threat across portions of East Alabama and West Georgia through the weekend.
Residents are encouraged to monitor official weather alerts and follow guidance from local officials as conditions develop.
CNAW2News.com will continue providing updates on weather-related school closures, event changes and impacts across East Alabama and West Georgia.
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