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Ginther and other leaders address the work of the Columbus Snow Warriors as well as resources for those in need of shelter.
School district officials cite concern about freezing temperatures creating icy conditions on roads.
The ceiling for the twice-yearly restaurant promotion is up to $60 this year. There are still good deals to be had, though.
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Is there school on Monday? Columbus area closings for Jan. 26, 2026
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A massive weekend winter storm that shut down central Ohio is leading to schools being closed on Monday. The storm was expected to leave about a foot of snow on the ground, with temperatures remaining so cold in the upcoming week that it will have no immediate chance to melt.
A winter storm hit central Indiana on Saturday and Sunday, resulting in significant snowfall, with Columbus receiving 14.8 inches and Indianapolis totaling 11.1 inches. It was the biggest snow in Indianapolis since 2014.
Many of Columbus' roads may be passable by the end of Jan. 27, a city official said at a Jan. 26 press conference, after Winter Storm Fern.
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Columbus weather: Heavy snow builds, new final totals
The latest winter storm has worked into Central Ohio. As snow picks up, totals will quickly climb.
Dangerously cold temps and wind chills tonight across our area. Expect very cold wind chills through the rest of the week.