Following the death of former President Jimmy Carter, President Joe Biden declared Jan. 9 a national day of mourning.
Will businesses and stock markets have a different schedule on Jan. 9? Do federal workers get a day off? Here’s what to know.
Will federal workers have a day off on Jan. 9?
The national day of mourning is not a federal holiday, but federal offices will be closed, according to the White House. However, not all federal workers will be exempt from working.
Will the US stock markets be open on Jan. 9?
The New York Stock Exchange will be closed on Jan. 9. Trading of all U.S. equities and options will be closed as well, according to Nasdaq.
Bond markets will have modified hours, closing early at 2 p.m. ET, according to the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.
Will mail be delivered by USPS on Jan. 9?
According to the U.S. Postal Service, post offices will be closed on Jan. 9, so you will not receive your regular mail or packages.
Will FedEx and UPS deliver on Jan. 9?
Other delivery services, such as FedEx and UPS, should be operating at normal capacity on Jan. 9.
Will banks be open on the national day of mourning for Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9?
No, banks and their branches will be closed, as banks follow the federal holiday schedule as well.
Bank ATMs and digital banking features will still be in service.
Is there trash pickup on New Year\’s Day? Schedule for Akron, Canton, Cincinnati, Columbus
On Columbus’ city website, Akron’s city website, Canton’s government website, and Cincinnati’s government web page all provide trash and recycling calendars and don’t show Jan. 9 as a holiday. Trash pickup should remain in operation on Jan. 9.
Upcoming holidays impacting garbage pickup in those cities include Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20 and President’s Day on Feb. 17.
Will schools be open on Jan. 9?
Schools and colleges are likely to be open on Jan. 9.
However, school closings vary by state and school district. Check your local school district’s website for school closures.
Will restaurants and stores be open on Jan. 9
Most businesses and retailers may remain open or have modified hours, so contact your local store to check its hours.
This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: What’s open, closed for Jimmy Carter national day of mourning Jan. 9?