Feb. 9: McAlister and Spaulding Closed

1. It will be mostly sunny today, with a high temperature of 22 °F. The wind chill will make it feel like negative 3 °F at times and the wind will come from the southwest at speeds between 9 mph and 14 mph. It will be partly cloudy tonight with a low of 7 °F, although the wind chill will make it feel like negative 3 °F at times. The wind will come from the west at speeds between 7 mph and 9 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

2. Spaulding and McAlister Schools are closed today due to concerns about snow accumulation on the buildings’ roofs. They may be closed on Thursday as well. Read more here.

3. Did you see our new weekly feature, the Frugal Family discount column? for deals on airfare, train tickets, flowers and top quality meats.

4. Look for stories from the bullying forum and the bonding forum today, as well as our new Mom’s Talk feature and the Grab and Go Kids Planner, with fun ideas for families and kids this weekend.

5. We still need recommendations for exceptional kids in Suffield. Have somebody you want to put up for consideration? Read more here and send me a message.