Special Weather Statement issued December 3 at 1:05PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow is expected to develop across the area after midnight, shifting to the southeast through the predawn hours. This band of light snow will affect the region by the Thursday morning commute, eventually pushing south of the area by mid- morning.
Minor snow accumulations of less than an inch are expected, but cold ground conditions will allow for quick accumulation on any untreated surfaces. The main impacts are expected to be reduced visibilities and some slick spots on untreated surfaces.
Motorists should exercise caution. Plan extra time for the Thursday morning commute.
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Wednesday, December 10th, 2008
Photo by Shelley Grieshop/The Daily Standard

Auglaize County jail inmate Ron Mullins sweeps inside the recycling center in Wapakoneta as part of an inmate work program at the law enforcement center. Auglaize County officials have received national recognition recently for their jail programs that help save the county money and provide a more efficient and smooth transition of convicts back into society.

Related online story:
By SHELLEY GRIESHOP
and WILLIAM KINCAID
Mercer County inmates may soon earn their keep through a jail work program similar to one receiving national attention at the Auglaize County Law Enforcement Center in Wapakoneta. [More]
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