Notice to Kasson residents; Snow removal ordinance will be enforced
Last winter the city of Kasson had problems with snow removal in the city limits on private properties (sidewalks). With winter fast approaching, the council once again discussed the city ordinance and repercussions for non compliance....

Despite warm weather...snow removal preparations not forgotten
GRAND JUNCTION -- As the sunshine and dry weather continues. You probably aren't thinking about snow. The harsh grip of winter is sure to arrive sometime here in Western Colorado.

Buy a sturdy snow shovel now
It's never too early to think about snow removal -- more than a few flakes fell in the Poconos recently. But even in these parts, a snow shovel is an essential tool: Don't be cheap when you buy one.

Snow Daze
London was one step ahead with its snow removal program yesterday, but two steps behind with curbside leaf and brush collection. With warnings that the area could be hit with heavy snow accumulation, the city had moved up the scheduled start of contract snowplow crews by 12 days.

Thieves target snow removal equipment
Some thieves are getting ready for the impending winter season by stealing snow removal equipment from local schools and businesses, police said. Andover and North Andover police are working together on four thefts and attempted thefts of snow-removal equipment reported Monday.

Sturgis residents question city manager about snow removal
Several local residents appeared before the Sturgis City Council, Monday night, to express concerns and dissatisfaction with street clearing efforts following last week?s blizzard.

UW-Madison braces for winter with snow removal plans, parking changes
On the heels of the snowiest winter in Madison's history, campus officials are making a variety of snow removal improvements designed to tame inclement weather and keep sidewalks, bus shelters and parking lots clear and safe.

Snow Equipment Stolen From N. Andover School
The tough economic times can lead to desperate behavior, especially with winter upon us. Thieves have made off with several pieces of snow removal equipment from a middle school in North Andover.

City to put 'bite' into snow ordinance
The Kalona City Council on Monday, Nov. 17, meeting at the Kalona Public Library, instructed City Administrator Doug Morgan to revamp the city's Snow Removal Ordinance for their consideration at the Dec. 1 meeting.

Muncie to cut back on snow plowing
Muncie has no money to pay drivers overtime, so snow removal will occur only during the week during business hours.

City plows ahead with new snow removal proposal
City council has thrown its support behind a unique plan to help public works crews and contractors clear streets of snow during the long Northern [...]

Up to 4 inches of snow in the mountains expected this morning
The National Weather Service is predicting 1 to 4 inches of snow this morning in the Smokies, the mountain areas of Northeast Tennesseee and into Southwest Virginia. But we won't see much on the ground in Knoxville.

Have snow removal plan in place before bad weather arrives
Winter-like weather is here, along with the snow and ice that can trap seniors in their homes. It's important to make a plan for snow removal so you are prepared to respond when the weather dictates.

Muncie, other cities to cut back on snow plowing
What do smokers and drivers have to do with snow-plowing budget shortfalls across the state?

Rensselaer mayor says vote will haunt city this winter
Council fails to approve plan to replace damaged snow removal equipment RENSSELAER -- Mayor Dan Dwyer was steamed Thursday that the city's 10-member Common Council defeated a plan to replace some city equipment lost during the August flooding.The flood last summer left trucks, snowplows, snowblowers and several other items in the town garage under five feet of water and damaged or destroyed ...

University of Wisconsin-Madison hopes to avoid snow problems of last year
Bucky Badger wants YOU to help with snow removal. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is adopting new rules in order to improve upon snow and ice removal after last winter's record snowfall of more than 100 inches. And some of the changes involve asking people to dig in with a shovel or take the bus on snowy days instead of driving. Last winter, campus surfaces became "very icy and treacherous," ...

Road crews drive home plow message
County road officials are putting the word out early about snow removal policies to avoid complaints similar to those they got last winter.

University of Wisconsin plans new snow action days
UW-Madison officials are being proactive this year in preparing for any repeat of the snowiest winter in Madison's history, with a variety of snow removal improvements and storm warnings being put in place. "After last winter, we reached out to the university and sought ideas for how to keep the campus clear and slip-free and studied how other large snow belt campuses deal with snow removal," ...

IDOT and ISP announce winter preparations and urge drivers to stress safety message: â?œIce and Snow â?? Take it Slowâ?�
SPRINGFIELD ? Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Milton R. Sees at a news conference Nov. 10 urged motorists to start preparing themselves and their vehicles for winter driving conditions. IDOT crews and Illinois State Police are making final preparations to get the state?s frontline winter teams and equipment ready for emergency operations for the upcoming snow and ice season.

THE GOODS ON HOME IMPROVEMENT: A sturdy shovel for winter's fury
It's never too early to think about snow removal ? more than a few flakes fell in the Poconos recently. But even in these parts, a snow shovel is an essential tool: Don't be cheap when you buy one. The better the shovel, the more efficiently and quickly the job goes, with less wear and tear on...