Winter marches in

The first measurable snow of the season hit the area on the day after Christmas making the Milton hill an area of concern. Trimble County state highway department staff reported for duty at midnight to battle at first a mix of rain and sleet that left a thin layer of ice on roadways before the precipitation turned to snow. KYTC crews in Trimble County continued to salt and plow roadways while heavy snow fell periodically through the day Wednesday. During periods of hazardous winter weather motorists are encouraged to do their part by buckling their seat belts, driving at lower speeds and minimizing distractions.