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Winter Weather-School Closings and Delays

, Crysty Vaughan, ABC Columbia Staff, Kimberlei Davis, Alexis Frazier, Rob Dew, ,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Due to Winter Weather, here is a list of School Closings and Delays for Thursday, January 18th. DELAYS The Babcock Center, 2 Hour Delay Bethesda Christan School, 2 Hour Delay Fairfield County Schools, 2 Hour Delay Felton Laboratory Charter School (Orangeburg), 2 Hour Delay- Facutly and staff: 9:30 a.m., Students 10 a.m. Kershaw County Schools, 2 Hour…
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SC DOT Activates Winter Weather Call Center

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– With the winter weather potential for South Carolina and parts of the Midlands, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has activated its winter weather web page to provide road information and other resources to help residents cope with winter storms. http://www.scdot.org/getting/winterweather.aspx  The SCDOT has also set up a  call center until further notice. 855-GO-SCDOT (855-467-2368) SCDOT officials say that crews…
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State Senators Are Not Sold On Dominion Energy’s Plan to Merge With SCANA

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Executives of Dominion Energy went over details of their merger proposal, including a thousand dollar rebate for the average customer, in front of senators Tuesday. Though lawmakers are pleased with the progression, they do not believe everything Dominion is trying to sell to customers. “This is probably the fourth or fifth offer that has been pitched to…
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SC Senators Override Governor McMaster’s Veto to Use Lottery Money for Better School Buses

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Senators unanimously voted (44-0) to override several vetoes from Governor McMaster that would use extra lottery money to fund better school buses. The vote will fund more than 200 new school buses using over 20 million dollars. The vote will not replace every school bus on the road. State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman said there are…
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Ignoring ‘LowTire Pressure’ Light In Cars Can Be Dangerous, Especially During Winter Weather

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  Columbia, SC (WOLO)–  Another snow fall is supposed to hit the Columbia area according to ABC Columbia’s Chief Meteorologist John Farley. The cold air coming through has triggered many “low tire pressure” lights in vehicles to light up. Ignoring the light until it gets warmer outside might be a costly mistake, according to Scott’s Auto Repair Shop. They advise that…
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Winter Weather Driving Safety Tips

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Midlands is not expected to see a large amount of winter weather, in terms of snow accumulations, but it’s important to keep winter safety driving tips in mind. The City of Columbia has shared some safety tips If you encounter an icy street or intersection, turn around; do not attempt to drive through it. Ice may…

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Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin Announces State of the City

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is ready to release his plans for Columbia, for the new year. The Mayor announced Tuesday that he will deliver the 2018 State of the City address at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 30th. It will take place at Columbia College which is at 1301 Columbia College Drive. According to city officials, the address will be held…