Schools in South Carolina Delay Opening on Friday

Winter weather has caused some schools in South Carolina to adjust their schedules for Friday, January 24. Snow and ice are clearing, but safety remains a priority. Many districts will start classes two hours later than usual. This delay allows roads to be assessed and gives everyone more time to travel safely. Some schools are even switching to online learning to keep students and staff safe. Let's break down what's happening in each county: Calhoun County is opening schools two hours late. Clarendon County is keeping schools closed and switching to online learning. Fairfield County is also starting two hours late. In Kershaw County, schools and offices will open two hours late, with some programs canceled. Lee County is delaying school by two hours and canceling afternoon activities. Lexington One, Lexington Two, and Lexington Three are all starting two hours late. Lexington Four and Lexington-Richland Five are doing the same. Orangeburg County and Richland One are also on a two-hour delay. Richland Two is starting late too, with employees reporting two hours later than usual. Sumter County is the only one closing schools and offices for the day due to black ice on roads.