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AMES, Iowa – Feb. 12, 2009 – The brief break in winter appears to be coming to an end. Forecasters are predicting that some parts of the state could receive up to 10 inches of snow beginning Friday morning. The current track of the storm appears to have the most impact on the southern half of the state, but travelers should be prepared for snow covered roads throughout most of Iowa on Friday. Pavement temperatures for this storm are expected to stay in the 20 to 30 degree range and winds, whi

I am sure that many of us have heard horror stories about being cooped up in a car or airplane for hours at a time with cranky kids. "Are we there yet?" "How much longer?" "Megan is 'looking' at me!" "I have to go to the bathroom--RIGHT NOW!" There are endless instances when children can get on our nerves when travelling. Here are a few tips that may help soften the travel woes...Create a TRAVEL SURVIVAL KIT packed with small travel toys and games. Use a bright back-pack or tote bag dedicated to