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π± Patch AM: How will the Werkner Road project affect your drive near Chelsea?
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- How will the Werkner Road project affect your drive near Chelsea?
Today's riddle: Iβm trying to think of a new cloud joke. π€ (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: Cloudy with a little rain, with a high of 58 and low of 20 degrees.
- Monday: Snow at times, 1-2", temps: high: 26, low: 17. βοΈ Brr!
- Tuesday: Low clouds, breezy and cold, with a high of 25 and low of 22 degrees.
π° News we're reading
β’ Feb. 9, 11: Werkner Road Informational Meetings (chelseaupdate.com) β Residents should know that the Werkner Road Project will be discussed at two public information meetings, including an in-person open house at Chelsea City Council Chambers on February 11, 2026. A virtual Zoom session is also scheduled for February 9, and both will cover plans for work in nearby Sylvan Township that could affect local travel.
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- With freezing rain in the forecast today, please be cautious on roads and walkways.
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