Archive for January, 2011
Winter storm warning in effect from 10 pm this evening to 7 pm est Wednesday
Monday, January 31st, 2011The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a winter storm warning for a mix of snow…sleet and freezing rain which is in effect from 10 pm this evening to 7 pm est Wednesday. The winter storm watch is no longer in effect.
Snow will develop this evening and continue through the night. snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches can be expected tonight ahead of the warm front.
Snow will continue on Tuesday but is expected to be light in intensity as the first wave of snow moves east of the area. The snow will then increase in intensity again late Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night. However…due to warm air moving north ahead of the storm system…the snow will become mixed with sleet and freezing rain Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. The mixed precipitation will reduce the amount of snow accumulation south of the lake shore. Freezing rain will cause ice to accumulate on exposed untreated surfaces.
Ice will accumulate around one quarter of an inch where the freezing rain develops. Higher amounts of ice accumulation between one quarter and one half an inch are possible…mainly across the southern tier areas…if the precipitation changes to freezing rain much sooner.
Total storm snow accumulation will be around 3 inches across the south and around 12 inches near the lake shore.
The storm system will move east of the area Wednesday afternoon changing any mixed precipitation over to all snow. the snow will gradually taper off to light snow toward evening on Wednesday.
precautionary/preparedness actions
A winter storm warning is issued when severe winter weather is expected. heavy snow and/or ice will cause hazardous driving conditions. If you will be traveling in the warning area you should choose an alternate route if possible, or you should use extreme caution if travel is unavoidable. Stay tuned to noaa weather radio and other radio and tv stations for further details or updates.
Record amount raised at radio auction
Monday, January 31st, 2011The telephone lines hummed throughout the five-hour Ohio Junior Miss Radio Auction on Saturday in the basement of First-Knox National Bank.
Centerburg looks to create township
Monday, January 31st, 2011CENTERBURG — The village of Centerburg will hold a public meeting tonight to discuss the proposed creation of Centerburg Township.
Sunrise Garage Doors open for business
Monday, January 31st, 2011MOUNT VERNON — Area residents who may be building a garage or have a need for a new garage door now have a local dealer to help them meet their needs.
Mount Vernon wins OT thriller at home
Monday, January 31st, 2011MOUNT VERNON — After countless lead changes, Mount Vernon's nonconference home game against Jonathan Alder came down to a single three-point shot.
Redskins dominate Utica Invitational
Monday, January 31st, 2011UTICA — It was a chance for the Utica Redskins to post another big tournament win before heading to the Mid-Buckeye Conference showdown. This time, the tournament they won was their own.
Are you an aggressive driver?
Monday, January 31st, 2011Winter storm to hit the region
Sunday, January 30th, 2011A warm front will lift north across the area during the next 48 hours. A strong winter storm will move northeast into northern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania along the warm front and spread a wintry mix of precipitation across the area. the storm system is expected to move east of the region on Wednesday. Winter storm watch in effect from Monday evening through Wednesday morning.
The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a winter storm watch…which is in effect from Monday evening through Wednesday morning.
Snow will begin to spread into the area Monday evening along a warm front. Snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are possible by Tuesday morning with the first surge of snow.
The intensity of the snow will diminish Tuesday afternoon as the first surge of snow moves to the east of the area. The strong storm system will approach the region later Tuesday afternoon and spread a second surge of snow into the region Tuesday night.
Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 8 inches are possible Tuesday night. However…the snow is expected to become mixed with sleet and freezing rain Tuesday night and then possibly change over to all rain by Wednesday morning. the rain will continue Wednesday morning and change back to all snow Wednesday afternoon.
There is the possibility that the snow could change over to all freezing rain earlier than expected and the potential exists for significant ice accumulations by Wednesday morning.
precautionary/preparedness actions
A winter storm watch means that heavy snow and or significant ice accumulation is possible. if you are within the watch area…remain alert to rapidly changing weather conditions. Stay tuned to the national weather service or your favorite weather source for the latest updates and possible warnings.
Peterson keeps her driver's license
Saturday, January 29th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Common Pleas Court Judge Otho Eyster ruled Friday that Megan Peterson, 19, can retain her driver's license while she is free on bond from a felony indictment of aggravated vehicular homicide.
Residual salt, sand cannot be recycled
Saturday, January 29th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — City officials recently met with representatives from Woolpert Inc., a consulting firm from Columbus, to discuss environmental regulations established by the federal government that go into effect this year.
A life-saving game plan for Super Bowl Sunday
Saturday, January 29th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Safe Communities Coalition under the direction of the Knox County Health Department is joining forces with local law enforcement officials to keep people safe during the Super Bowl.
Hoar's 30 helps MVHS end losing streak
Saturday, January 29th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — No Charlie Phillips? No problem for the Yellow Jackets.Ben Hoar scored enough for both of them.
Freddies blow past Blue Devils, 64-25
Saturday, January 29th, 2011DANVILLE — After losing its first Mid-Buckeye Conference game of the year Tuesday, Fredericktown coach Kirk Manns was wondering how his team would react.
What do you think the city should do about tractor-trailers getting lost in residential neighborhoods?
Saturday, January 29th, 2011related
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Saturday, January 29th, 2011High Restaurant closes its doors
Friday, January 28th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — The High Restaurant closed its doors Thursday after decades of serving the community.
FT Precision expanding facilities
Friday, January 28th, 2011FREDERICKTOWN — Last September, FT Precision in Fredericktown was granted a $6,000,000 tax abatement by the Knox County Board of Commissioners.
Barry's famous lunch keeps volunteers going
Friday, January 28th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — Todd Hawkins, chairman of the Ohio Junior Miss Radio Auction, never has trouble finding volunteers for the annual scholarship fundraiser.
Colopy sentenced to 4 years for felony
Friday, January 28th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — Erica Colopy received a four-year prison term this morning in Knox County Common Pleas Court.
Court date set for Freeman
Friday, January 28th, 2011MOUNT VERNON — A court date for John Freeman, Newcastle Road, has been set.
