Parts of the midwest got a break from the ice storm today but others had it hit them. Locally we got lots of rain today with temperatures above freezing.

The USDA radio news line had a good story about how it’s affecting livestock producers who still have chores to do even when the power goes out. For example, we’ve got lots of downed trees and branches, many of which have fallen on fences and roads.

Here in Missouri our Governor Matt Blunt has declared a state of emergency.

You can listen to Gary Crawford’s report here: usda-ice-storm.mp3