Sumter Today: Update for January 19th, 2022
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We're taking today's show to keep you all up to date on a couple of the major headlines this week.
A winter storm watch will be in effect starting Thursday night, moving into Friday morning. Lee County and Clarendon County schools have all announced virtual school for Friday due to the forecast.
If you know someone in need, Sumter United Ministries has a shelter at 215 N. Magnolia Street, open nightly when the temperature is set to dip below 40 degrees, or 45 degrees in rainy conditions.
Due to the current covid surge, the following schools have moved to temporary remote learning: Sumter High School, Alice Drive Elementary School, Alice Drive Middle School, Lemira Elementary School and Willow Drive Elementary School.
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