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Want more snow? You got it.

January 30, 2014
Want more snow? You got it.

Weather observers have reported that the area has received over 100 inches of snow so far this winter, what’s couple more? The area in under a winter weather advisory until 10 p.m. tonight. An accumulation of 2 to 4 inches is expected with strong southerly winds, 15 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph, are expected. More blowing and…

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Water is WSCC theme this semester

January 29, 2014
Water is WSCC theme this semester

VICTORY TWP. — This semester, West Shore Community College is taking stock of its location in a water rich environment to focus student and community attention on the many ways water impacts our lives and about the ways our lives impact water. “The timing seems particularly relevant this semester as many Great Lakes water issues such as the Asian carp…

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Road commission working around the clock to clear roads

January 29, 2014
Road commission working around the clock to clear roads

New director, northern Michigan native, used to winter challenges By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — For the past week, Mason County — and much of the region — has been plagued with extreme winter weather. Blowing snow has meant many county roads are constantly drifted over, making travel difficult. The crews at the Mason County Road Commission have been working…

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Deputies respond to more traffic crashes

January 29, 2014
Deputies respond to more traffic crashes

Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office were again kept busy Tuesday responding on weather-related traffic incidents. Here is the activity report of the office from Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2014: – 9:37 a.m.: Stuck vehicle, U.S. 10 and Meyers Road, semi truck, Pere Marquette Twp. – 9:55 a.m.: Slide off, no damage, no injuries, Stiles and Fisher roads, Victory Twp. –…

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Closings, cancelations for Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014

January 29, 2014

The following are closings and cancelations for Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014: – Ludington Area Schools OJ DeJonge Middle School athletic competitions and practices canceled. As of 11:15 a.m., Athletic Director Dan Neal reported that boys and girls junior varsity basketball at Cadillac and wrestling in Ludington are both still on. – Mason County Reformed Church GEMS and cadets roller skating…

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