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Special Weather Statement issued December 19 at 5:24AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Scattered snow showers can be expected this morning along with westerly winds gusting to around 40 mph at times. Temperatures will continue to fall this morning, with readings dropping well below freezing.
Snow accumulations will be a half inch or less. This will result in some slick spots on untreated surfaces as well as bridges and overpasses. Please allow for some extra time to reach your destination this morning. Be prepared for changing road conditions as well as gusty winds.

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

Photo by Shelley Grieshop/The Daily Standard

Mercer County Deputy Treasurer Sherry Black checks the postmark on real estate tax bills that are being mailed out today. Some residents - particularly farmers - may see higher tax bills this year due to an overall increase in property values across the Grand Lake area from state-mandated appraisals.

Related online story:

Home values rise amidst gloom

Area residents may be confused to learn that in today's bleak economy their home and property values have increased - a factor that may be reflected on real estate tax bills coming out this month. [More]

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