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Drew Central, Monticello & UAM Virtual Classes on Monday

February 15th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Ryburn Motor Company

February 15th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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6-8 Inches of Snowfall, Predicted

February 15th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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3 Sunday Fires, Actoss Drew County

February 15th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

Around 4:30, Sunday afternoon, a home fire occurred on Selma-Collins Road. Collins-Cominto, Selma, Winchester and Tillar fire departments responded, along with Drew County OEM. No one was home at the time of the fire.

At noon, Sunday afternoon this SUV caught fire, just west of Wilmar, while traveling east. Wilmar fire department and OEM responded.

Around 1 AM, Sunday morning, a chimney fire occurred and the sale the community. Damage was limited, due to the quick response of Selma, Winchester and Tillar fire department. Drew County OEM also responded.

Not to imply that any of these fires are related to cold weather conditions, but please be aware that more fires occur during times of inclement weather, due to extra heat being needed inside of homes. Please be careful.

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“Last Call” & Procession for Deputy A.C Simpson – Videos

February 15th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Sleet & Snow for Today in Updated Forecast

February 14th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Church Announcement

February 14th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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6 PM Weather Update

February 13th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Weather Graphics

February 13th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Freezing Forecast

February 13th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Truck Hits Power Pole, Transformer & Pole Land on Truck

February 12th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Ice, Temps & Trees Continue to Fall

February 12th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

This huge tree fell across Highway 425 South, near the overpass, blocking four lanes of traffic, early Thursday afternoon. MPD and ARDOT responded to open the roadway. With more below-freezing temperatures and precipitation forecast, more trees are expected to fall. Please drive safely!

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Friday Forecast- More Freezing Rain

February 12th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Wallis Fundraiser for Gavin, Thursday.

February 12th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Drew Central, Virtual Class on Friday.

February 12th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

Drew Central Schools will continue to provide instruction by the previously scheduled Virtual Learning Days for students on Friday, February 12, and, Monday, February 15.

Pre-K students and staff will resume their normal schedule.

All faculty and staff should report to work on Friday, February 12, at the normal time.

Any changes due to inclement weather overnight, will not be announced until in the morning.

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Crawfish Shack Offering a “Love Bug Special”

February 12th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Ryburn Motor Company

February 12th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

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Noon Update – Temperatures, Ice & Trees Continuing to Fall

February 11th, 2021 by Joe Burgess

This photo of county workers clearing Plantersville Road, represents many areas of Drew County, this morning.

MLive spoke with County OEM Jesse Griffin a few minutes ago, and he confirmed that temperatures will not get above freezing today, and that more precipitation is expected to fall.

If you must drive, be careful, and prepare for the possibility of power outages, caused by falling trees and limbs.

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