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Jimmy Predicts Early Spring, Phil says 6 More Weeks of Winter
Last Updated: 10:10 AM 02/02/12 - Sun Prairie's version of Pennsylvania's Punxsutawney Phil is predicting an early spring.
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Weather Cancels Mosinee Fishing Tournament
Last Updated: 4:58 PM 01/31/12 - The Mosinee Area Action Club’s Ice Fishing Jamboree scheduled for Feb 4th, 2012 has been canceled due to weather.
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DNR: Wis. River Between Mosinee and Rothschild Dams Unsafe
Last Updated: 2:16 PM 01/31/12 - Wausau Paper and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources have issued a joint warning that potentially unsafe ice and river conditions may develop on the Wisconsin River north of the Mosinee Dam, including Half Moon Lake, to the Rothschild Dam due to ice related early seasonal flashboard release atthe Mosinee dam.
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Minor Earthquake Rumbles SE Wis.
Last Updated: 1:07 PM 01/31/12 - A minor earthquake rumbled through southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois.
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Langlade County Ski Hill Now Open
Last Updated: 5:58 PM 01/27/12 - A well-kept secret in Langlade County is now open. Kettlebowl Downhill Ski Area, located northeast of Antigo, is open Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.
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Wisconsin Rapids Under Snow Emergency Beginning Monday Night
Last Updated: 12:59 PM 01/23/12 - The City of Wisconsin Rapids will be under a Snow Emergency allowing for snow removal from City streets from 9 p.m. Monday through 9 a.m. Tuesday morning.
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Icy Conditions Making Travel Dangerous
Last Updated: 10:11 PM 01/22/12 - Freezing drizzle is making travels across much of Northcentral Wisconsin dangerous.
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It's Dangerously Cold Outside
Last Updated: 5:31 PM 01/18/12 - A local pediatrician says both conditions are extremely harmful. Severe frostbite can lead to loss of limbs and hypothermia can lead to death.
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Citrus Growers Sweating Extended California Freeze
Last Updated: 2:22 PM 01/17/12 - California citrus growers are sweating a hard freeze that has blanketed the nation's largest fresh-fruit market in the midst of harvest.
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John Beargrease Sled Dog Race Canceled Due to Snow
Last Updated: 4:24 PM 01/16/12 - The lack of snow is has caused organizers to cancel the annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon along the North Shore of Lake Superior.
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Portions of Langlade Co. Snowmobile Trails Open Friday at 5 p.m.
Last Updated: 12:29 PM 01/13/12 - Section A of the snowmobile trails in Langlade County will open, with restrictions, effective at 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 13, 2012.
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Snow Day? Boys and Girls Club is Option for Parents
Last Updated: 2:08 PM 01/11/12 - It’s the moment every kid dreams of—the announcement their school is closed due to snow. It might be nice for kids to get a break, but day off can certainly disrupt a parent’s schedule.
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3 Airlines in Milwaukee Allowing Free Flight Changes Due to Snow
Last Updated: 1:04 PM 01/12/12 - Three airlines that service Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee are letting flyers change their flights Thursday and Friday with no penalty. AirTran, Frontier and Southwest Airlines with allow the flight changes for free due to the snow.
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Authorities Urge You to Stay Safe out on the Ice
Last Updated: 10:41 PM 01/09/12 - It sure doesn't feel like January, especially with temperatures in the 40s and melting snow and ice. The warmer weather is creating concern about the thickness of the ice.
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Warm Temperatures Have Many of us Wondering, is it Winter or Spring?
Last Updated: 8:29 PM 01/09/12 - For the next couple of days, temperatures are expected to reach well into the 40s. Typically, this would be the coldest part of the year, but it doesn't feel like it.
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Burning Permits Required in Waushara County
Last Updated: 11:37 AM 01/09/12 - The true warmth of spring is still a few months off but one sure sign of spring is here, the need for DNR burning permits.
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Mild Winter Creates Problems for Ice Wine Makers
Last Updated: 5:41 PM 01/09/12 - While the unusually mild winter has been a boon for drivers and those who don't like shoveling, it has been rough on makers of a cold-climate dessert beverage called ice wine.
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App Made in ND Meant to help with Winter Driving
Last Updated: 9:08 AM 01/06/12 - When a powerful blizzard ripped through North Dakota last winter, hundreds of drivers were stranded as white-out conditions shuttered interstates statewide.
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Lincoln County's Zone 1 Snowmobile Trails to Open Jan 5.
Last Updated: 12:51 PM 01/04/12 - Lincoln County’s Zone 1 state funded snowmobile trails will be open at noon on January 5. Zone 1 is the area north of County Highway J and State Highway 86.
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Oneida County Snowmobile Trails to Open Dec. 30
Last Updated: 12:52 PM 12/30/11 - According to a press release, from the Oneida County Recreation Coordinator, the state funded snowmobile trails will open Friday, December 30 at noon.
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Little Snowfall Not all Bad for Wisconsin
Last Updated: 2:52 PM 12/25/11 - The lack of snow has been good news for county budgets, as highway departments haven't had to spend as much money on plowing and salting costs.
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Vilas County Snowmobile Trails Will Open at Noon
Last Updated: 10:03 AM 12/12/11 - Vilas County will open their snowmobile trails Monday, December 12 at 12 p.m.
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Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes
Last Updated: 12:19 PM 12/05/11 - Experts recommend that people insulate pipes in their attics and basements and seal leaks that allow cold air inside near where pipes are located. When temps dip below freezing, even a tiny opening can let in enough cold air to cause a pipe to freeze.
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Highest Accumulation of Snow Expected Early Morning
Last Updated: 11:17 PM 12/03/11 - Snow is expected in North Central Wisconsin through the evening. Wausau Public Works responded earlier in the day to accumulations of anow and ice. However, most of the snow is expected after midnight -- around 2 or 3 a.m.
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Wis. Tourism Department Launches Snow Report
Last Updated: 12:46 PM 11/30/11 - The state tourism department has launched its yearly snow report. The tool allows snow enthusiasts to track the snow conditions for trails, parks and ski areas throughout the winter.
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Small Earthquake Recorded in Central Oklahoma
Last Updated: 8:54 PM 11/24/11 - Officials said a 3.7 magnitude quake was reported about 3:11 p.m. Thursday. The epicenter of the quake was 17 miles northeast of Shawnee and 44 miles east of Oklahoma City.
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One Person in Critical Condition From Car Crash on Hwy 29
Last Updated: 2:34 PM 11/20/11 - Multiple accidents are being reported in Marathon County.
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Snow Could Hamper, not Help Wis. Deer Hunters
Last Updated: 1:52 PM 11/18/11 - Deer hunters in northwestern Wisconsin could get a lot more than light tracking snow for the gun season opener.
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Thousands in Shawano County Could Be Without Power for Days
Last Updated: 8:59 PM 11/09/11 - About 4,000 people could be without power for 2 to 3 days, according to the Shawano County Sheriff's Department.
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Portage County Residents Urged to Seek Shelter During Power Outage
Last Updated: 5:58 PM 11/09/11 - Portage County Emergency Management is urging people affected by power outages to seek shelter with family and friends.
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Waupaca Emergency Shelter to Open
Last Updated: 4:07 PM 11/09/11 - An emergency shelter will be opened at the Waupaca Middle School beginning Wednesday night at 5 p.m.
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Rhinelander School Officials Track Weather
Last Updated: 6:11 PM 11/08/11 - Schools around the area are paying close attention to the weather. Rhinelander school officials say their biggest concern is making sure students and parents will be safe making it to and from school.
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Wisconsin Public Service Prepared For Winter
Last Updated: 6:40 PM 11/08/11 - With the winter weather watches and warnings around the area, many Rhinelander businesses and schools are preparing for what could be a snowy couple of days.
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Does Cold Weather Bring on Colds? Doc says No
Last Updated: 6:09 PM 11/08/11 - It's hard to go a whole day this time of year without hearing someone cough or sneeze. Despite what mom says bundling up doesn't provide any protection from illness.
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It's Winter Weather Awareness Week
Last Updated: 9:23 PM 11/07/11 - Just in time for a possible winter-like storm, Wisconsin is marking Winter Weather Awareness Week.
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Cool Temps Reminder to Check Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Last Updated: 11:42 AM 11/03/11 - Cold weather is here and many residents are reminded to make sure they are properly prepared for winter's arrival. Things like smoke detectors and emergency kits are most likely first to come to mind, but a new state law sheds light on carbon monoxide.
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WPS Prepared for Wind-related Power Outages
Last Updated: 3:35 PM 10/14/11 - The forecasted high winds for tonight (Friday) and into Saturday may result in potential power outages in many parts of our electric service area.
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Farmers in 16 Northern Wisconsin Counties to Receive Disaster Aid
Last Updated: 7:28 PM 09/29/11 - Farmers in 16 counties will be able to apply for aid after harsh weather conditions destroyed crops
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Heavy Winds Cause Numerous Power Outages
Last Updated: 6:34 PM 09/29/11 - Heavy wind that blew through central Wisconsin Thursday evening have left 5,200 WPS without service.
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Washington Monument Remains Closed Indefinitely
Last Updated: 5:29 PM 09/26/11 - The National Park Service says the Washington Monument remains closed indefinitely to visitors because of damage sustained during last month's earthquake.
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Fall Colors Ride Opens Saturday in Wausau
Last Updated: 10:20 AM 09/23/11 - Beginning September 24, Granite Peak in Rib Mountain will give passengers the opportunity to see the changing fall colors from a bird’s eye view.
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Northwoods Frost Puts End to Growing Season
Last Updated: 10:13 AM 09/16/11 - The early frost that hit many parts of northern Wisconsin overnight may have put an end to the growing season for some area crops.
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UPDATE: Minnesota Wildfire Smoke Reaches Wisconsin
Last Updated: 5:55 PM 09/14/11 - Officials say winds from the northwest will continue to spread a Minnesota forest fire that grew from 11,000 to 60,000 acres Monday night.
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Waushara County Offers Tips on Storm Damage Clean-up
Last Updated: 2:26 PM 09/09/11 - The Waushara County Land Conservation and Zoning Office would like to take this opportunity to remind residents to be extremely cautious when clearing debris from your property.
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American Family Pays $1 Billion in Storm Payments
Last Updated: 9:39 AM 09/09/11 - A Madison-based insurance company's catastrophe related losses have hit the $1 billion mark for a single year.
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Fall Color Report Now Available on Smart Phones
Last Updated: 6:02 PM 09/06/11 - With fall just around the corner, many people will be traveling to look at the fall color in Wisconsin.
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UPDATE: Many Still Without Power After Fri, Sat Storms
Last Updated: 8:07 PM 09/04/11 - Two days after storms swept through Central Wisconsin, as of this afternoon, about 5,500 people are still without power in the Fox Valley area.
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WI Emergency Operations Center Report on Severe Weather
Last Updated: 1:53 PM 09/02/11 - More than 65,000 customers are without power statewide. In the Fox Valley alone, as many as 40,000 customers are estimated to be without power at this time.
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Downed Trees, Power Lines Cause Wide Spread Power Outages in Waushara Co.
Last Updated: 1:47 PM 09/02/11 - Downed trees caused damage to structures in the Coloma, Wautoma, and Mt. Morris areas. Downed trees and power lines have caused wide spread power outages and many roads being blocked.
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ACEC Responds to Storm-Related Power Outages Near Friendship
Last Updated: 11:33 AM 09/02/11 - Power outages are currently reported on 16 ACEC substations across a seven county region. Systemwide, the cooperative is working to clear trees, branches and other debris from rights-of-way.
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