South-Carolina
Upstate SC communities monitor road conditions after storm
Officials in Upstate South Carolina are working to clear roads after a severe winter storm over the weekend caused numerous road closures due to icing, black ice, downed power lines, and fallen trees.
Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson counties have implemented a plan to clear roads, primarily involving city and county crews as well as the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), to treat and clear roads, prioritize major routes, and remove debris.
According to a news release South Carolina Public Radio, the South Carolina Department of Transportation has approximately 4,000 employees positioned across the state to clear and treat roadways in the aftermath of the winter storm.
Crews are using snowplows and salt to improve driving conditions, while power companies are restoring electricity to affected areas.
Residents are urged to exercise caution when traveling on Jan. 26-27 and allow extra time for their commutes.
- Watch for black ice, especially where the pavement looks wet
- Bridges and overpasses may freeze first
- Shaded areas and less-traveled roads can remain icy longer
- Slow down and allow extra stopping distance
If travel is not necessary, consider delaying until conditions improve.
Current road conditions in Upstate South Carolina
According to the National Weather Service, as of Jan. 26, the storm has moved out, but hazardous conditions remain throughout the Carolinas.
Travel remains dangerous, especially on untreated secondary roads. Here’s how roads look around the Upstate.
Greenville road conditions
- Greenville County: City of Greenville crews have prioritized and treated major arterial and collector streets (Priority A and B routes). They are now assessing C and D routes (residential streets). The City of Greenville website provides live closure updates.
- Ashmore Bridge Road: Closed at the “S” curve between Sonoma Drive and Fowler Circle in Mauldin.
- Parking Garages: Top levels of all city-owned garages remain closed to prevent icing accidents
Officials warn that any moisture on surfaces is expected to refreeze overnight, creating black ice and further hazardous conditions.
Spartanburg road conditions
- Spartanburg County: Crews are applying brine and sand, with an emphasis on interstates, high-traffic primary roads, bridges, and overpasses to melt icing.
Anderson road condtions
- Anderson County: Officials from the county and the S.C. Department of Transportation are working together to clear roads, focusing on the main highways and emergency routes.
Road closures, conditons in South Carolina
For real-time updates on road closures, icing, and other hazards in Upstate South Carolina, people can check out the SCDOT Road Conditions map or the 511 SC app. Drivers can avoid hazardous areas and ensure a safe commute.
Officials stress that black ice remains a significant threat, and non-essential travel should be postponed until conditions are officially deemed safe.
Downed trees and road hazards
People can also report downed trees and road hazards to local authorities or the SCDOT to ensure swift removal and maintain safe travel conditions.
Steps to take if you notice a downed power line
- Call 911: If a power line is down and creating an immediate threat to life or property.
- Stay Away: Keep a safe distance from downed lines and report them.
- Contact power company: Report immediately to Duke Energy or your local provider (Laurens Electric, Broad River Electric, etc.).
Do not report standard power outages to 911. Contact your specific utility provider:
- Duke Energy: Call 800-769-3766 or text OUT to 57801.
- Blue Ridge Electric Co-op: Call 888-258-3743 or text OUT to 800-240-3400.
- Dominion Energy: Call 888-333-4465 for downed or sparking lines.
- Greer CPW: Call 864-848-5500 or report via their Customer Portal.
- Laurens Electric Co-op: Call 866-973-7867 or 800-942-3141
- Greenville: Use the YourGov app or their e-Services portal to report issues.
- Spartanburg: Use the MySpartanburg app for city issues.
- Anderson: Use the “See, Click, Fix” or “YourGov” app for county roads.
- Clemson: Call the non-emergency line at 864-624-2000 for downed trees
- State roads/highways: For major highways (e.g., I-85, I-385) or state-maintained roads, report to SCDOT at 855-467-2368
Travis Jacque Rose is the trending news reporter for the Greenville News, part of the USA TODAY Network. Reach him at trose@gannett.com
(WPDE) — June 9 marked International Batten Disease Awareness Day, shining a light on a rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder.
It primarily affects children and causes harmful waste material to build up inside the cells of the brain and nervous system.
One South Carolina family used the day to raise awareness as their 2-year-old son, Sam Stockton, lives with CLN2 Batten disease.
Sam was diagnosed at 16 weeks old, and his family says they travel every other week for enzyme-replacement therapy while also searching for clinical research opportunities.
Through Hope for Sam, the family is working to spread information about Batten disease and support other families facing rare diseases.
“Just the more you know about rare diseases, I never knew that over 300 million people worldwide live with rare diseases. And that means there’s less access to care because people aren’t researching it and not as many people have it. So the more information that’s out there, we feel is the better,” Jordan Stockton said.
There are 13 known types of Batten disease, and there is no cure. Researchers estimate the disease affects about two to four out of every 100,000 births in the United States.
The Stockton family says they have found support through the Batten Disease Support, Research and Advocacy Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families navigate the disease while providing resources.
More information and donation details are available at this link.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Contestants in the 2026 Miss South Carolina and Miss South Carolina’s Teen competitions will showcase their talents on Thursday at the Township Auditorium.
Miss South Carolina’s Teen’s Got Talent is set to begin at 5 p.m., followed by Miss South Carolina’s Got Talent at 7 p.m.
READ MORE | Miss South Carolina kicks off with preliminary rounds
The talent competitions are part of the weeklong Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization competition, which brings delegates from across the state to Columbia to compete for scholarships and the opportunity to represent South Carolina on the national stage.
READ MORE | Miss South Carolina’s Teen preliminary round begins
Contestants competed in fitness, evening wear, and onstage question preliminaries on Wednesday, while Miss South Carolina’s Teen contestants completed their preliminary competition on Tuesday.
Preliminary winners include:
Preliminary Fitness Award winners:
- Jenna Huggins, Miss Clemson
- Lindsay Jones, Miss Charleston
- Reagan McMahon, Miss Chapin
Preliminary Evening Gown Award winners:
- Mary Kimball Osborn, Miss Palmetto
- Chelby Drafts, Miss Golden Corner
- Reagan McMahon, Miss Chapin
Teen Preliminary Fitness Award winners:
- Alissa Claire Rhodes, Miss Fox Creek High School’s Teen
- Kamryn Mathis, Miss Greer High School’s Teen
- Logan Wells, Miss Palmetto’s Teen
Teen Preliminary Evening Gown Award winners:
- Logan Wells, Miss Palmetto’s Teen
- Cleo Floyd-Johnstone, Miss Ballentine’s Teen
- Kursten Long, Miss Newberry’s Teen
The Miss South Carolina’s Teen finals are set for Friday night, while the Miss South Carolina finals will take place Saturday.
Watch the 2026 Miss South Carolina Competition LIVE at 8:00 PM on Saturday, June 20. Tune in on WACH FOX 57 in Columbia, ABC 4 in Charleston, ABC 15 in Myrtle Beach/Florence, and My40 in the Upstate.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 17, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from June 17 drawing
03-26-49-53-61, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL numbers from June 17 drawing
Midday: 9-1-5, FB: 8
Evening: 9-0-2, FB: 2
Check Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL numbers from June 17 drawing
Midday: 5-3-5-2, FB: 8
Evening: 0-4-1-5, FB: 2
Check Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 17 drawing
Midday: 09
Evening: 11
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Palmetto Cash 5 numbers from June 17 drawing
08-11-12-27-40
Check Palmetto Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from June 17 drawing
10-17-44-63-67, Powerball: 24
Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
The South Carolina Education Lottery provides multiple ways to claim prizes, depending on the amount won:
For prizes up to $500, you can redeem your winnings directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. Simply present your signed winning ticket at the retailer for an immediate payout.
Winnings $501 to $100,000, may be redeemed by mailing your signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For security, keep copies of your documents and use registered mail to ensure the safe arrival of your ticket.
SC Education Lottery
P.O. Box 11039
Columbia, SC 29211-1039
For large winnings above $100,000, claims must be made in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. To claim, bring your signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and your Social Security card for identity verification. Winners of large prizes may also set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for convenient direct deposit of winnings.
Columbia Claims Center
1303 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Claim Deadline: All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games.
For more details and to access the claim form, visit the South Carolina Lottery claim page.
When are the South Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Pick 4: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash Pop: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Palmetto Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. ET daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Carolina editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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