If you'd like to stay in touch with your local COPS Shops, join them here on Facebook. The social network makes it easy to keep up with a variety of community groups; if you explore a little you'll also find that many of your favorite businesses have Facebook pages.

And yes that's snow out there and it's going to continue to fall for a while. Drivers were making their way down the South Hill (and Perry) this morning without too much drama, but please do take your time - and don't follow too closely.
Homeowners are responsible for keeping their sidewalks clear of snow and ice - if you have a moment, check on elderly neighbors and make sure everyone is okay. Small favors, like picking up a few things at the store when you're going anyways, or sweeping the frontsteps for someone who can't do it alone, means the world at this time of the year.