By Linda Goin on 27 January 2009
The Midwest and east are in the throes of a winter storm, and – in some areas – it is declared to be the storm of the year with ice, snow and freezing rain. Perhaps you’re snug and warm and reading through seed catalogs waiting for Spring. You’re not alone in this pastime. Back in 1963 on this date, another person waxed nostalgic for warmer weather in Danville’s The Progress Index (pg. 4):
Posted in Today in History | Tagged freezing rain, Gardens, Winter storm
By Linda Goin on 16 January 2009
Today across the area, schools are closed because of the frigid air. On this day in 1957, schools across the area were closed thanks to freezing temperatures and a blanket of snow.
Posted in Today in History | Tagged freezing rain, school cancellations, snow
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