Clocks Spring Forward Sunday as Daylight Saving Time Returns

Residents of Harrison and communities across the United States will once again experience the annual shift to Daylight Saving Time (DST) when clocks move forward one hour early Sunday morning.

At 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026, clocks will “spring forward” to 3 a.m., marking the start of longer evening daylight hours. While the change brings the promise of brighter evenings and the unofficial approach of spring, it also means residents will lose one hour of sleep that night.

For some night owls enjoying a late evening out at local restaurants or establishments with late closing hours, the time change may come as an unwelcome surprise. Because the clock jumps directly from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m., the hour between those times essentially disappears—meaning the night ends an hour sooner than expected.

A Longstanding Tradition with Growing Critics

Daylight Saving Time has been part of American life for decades, but in recent years, it has become increasingly controversial. The practice, originally intended to make better use of daylight and conserve energy, has faced renewed scrutiny from scientists, lawmakers, and public health experts.

Critics argue that the twice-yearly clock changes—forward in the spring and back in the fall—disrupt sleep patterns and biological rhythms. Studies have linked the sudden shift in time to short-term increases in fatigue, reduced productivity, and even a temporary rise in workplace and traffic accidents in the days following the change.

Health experts often point out that the abrupt change interferes with the body's circadian rhythm, the natural internal clock that regulates sleep and alertness. Some researchers have also associated the time change with increased stress and difficulty adjusting to the altered schedule.

Because of these concerns, there has been a growing national movement to eliminate the clock changes altogether, with some proposals calling for a permanent standard time while others advocate for permanent daylight time.

Local Voices Weigh In

Here in Harrison, the debate over Daylight Saving Time continues as well. YourHarrison.com’s Community Board is inviting residents to share their opinions through a local poll asking a simple question:

Should Daylight Saving Time continue, or is it time to end the twice-a-year clock change?

Residents can vote “For” or “Against” Daylight Saving Time, giving the community an opportunity to weigh in on a topic that affects daily life across the country.

Don’t Forget to Change the Clock

Whether you support the time change or wish it would disappear, the adjustment will still take place this weekend.

Before going to bed Saturday night, remember to set clocks ahead one hour—unless, of course, your devices update automatically. In an age of smartphones, computers, and internet-connected devices, most clocks adjust automatically, though a few traditional timepieces around the house may still need a manual reset.

Either way, when Sunday morning arrives, Harrison residents can expect later sunsets, brighter evenings, and one hour less sleep as Daylight Saving Time officially begins.

YourHarrison.com encourages its readers to share their thoughts after reading this article through the Community Discussion Board.

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