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ABC Columbia Weather: Snow in the Midlands, Temperatures dangerously low overnight

Snow in the Midlands Saturday, Temperatures dangerously low overnight

ABC Columbia weather update: Snow and Sledding

Snow, Sledding and the fluffy stuff in this ABC Columbia Weather update.

South Carolina Department of Public Health

SCDPH authorizes early refills of some prescriptions due to winter storm

“We are taking this action due to the potential for interruptions of services and to reduce possible danger to individuals traveling following the storm,” said Dr. Edward Simmer, interim director of DPH.

No injuries in Forest Acres restaurant fire

The fire was contained to the restaurant but significantly damaged the building.

Snow blankets the Midlands! Snow Day photos

A day in photos from the Snow blanketing the Midlands!

SC Highway Patrol talks one on one with ABC Columbia about road conditions

ABC Columbia Winter Weather Coverage: SC Troopers speak live with Tyler Ryan about road conditions

ABC Columbia Weather update: Snow! Plus, tips on winter weather safety

Count on ABC Columbia News and the ABC Columbia Weather team to keep you up to date on-line and on air with the latest forecast.

SCDPH opens medical equipment power shelter ahead of winter storm

Officials say a Medical Equipment Power Shelter is an emergency shelter with limited support for people who require backup power for medical reasons.

Richland Co. deputies searching for 2 accused of wire fraud

Richland County deputies say they are searching for two people accused of wire fraud.

RCSD searching for 49-year-old missing woman

Richland Co. investigators are searching for a 49-year-old missing woman, say deputies.

SCEMD moves to op-con two ahead of this weekend's forecast of Winter weather

SCEMD has moved to op-con two ahead of this weekend's forecast of Winter weather.

ABC Columbia Weather Update: Snow, Freezing Temps, Icey roads

The ABC Columbia Weather team updates conditions as snow blankets the Midlands

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Jamil Shrine Circus

Fairfield Co. deputies arrest man on drug charges

Fairfield County deputies have arrested a man on several drug charges.

Warming centers opening in the Midlands

Warming centers are opening up in the Midlands for need of shelter from the possible Winter storm that might impact the Midlands.

SCDPH: 2 additional deaths related to past Winter storm weather

SCDPH says there have been two additional deaths confirmed as being related to the winter storm that happened this past weekend.

Measles cases connected to the Upstate Outbreak continue to grow

Measles numbers in the state continue to grow as more cases are reported.

LIST: School closures, changes around the Midlands

Schools in the Midlands are beginning to change their schedules are forecasters announce the possibility of snow impacting parts of the Palmetto State.

LIST: Churches, businesses, and government offices close due to winter weather

Winter weather schedule changes

South Carolina measles outbreak surpasses Texas' 2025 total, with little sign of slowing

The South Carolina measles outbreak has surpassed the recorded case count in Texas' 2025 outbreak, as health officials have logged almost 600 new cases in just over a month.

RCSD searching for 2 accused of shoplifting at jewelry story

Deputies with the Richland Co. Sheriff's Department say they are searching for two people accused of shoplifting at a jewelry store.

Local Living: Saluda Shoals Park's community campfire event, A Midsummer Night's Dream, first Sunday at SCSM

Local Living: Events to enjoy in the Midlands!

"We are prepared" -- SCDOT crews ready roads for snowfall

"We are actively working to get ready for this storm. We will work through the duration of this storm. And when it is over, we will continue to work until the roads are reopened and clear," says Powell.