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The Lake County Department of Public Works reported Monday that the Dry Creek Cutoff low water crossing near Middletown has closed for the winter.
For more information, contact the Lake County Department of Public Works, 707-263-2341.
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If you must travel during winter storms, be prepared and use caution as well as common sense.
Make sure your vehicle is in good working condition. In particular, check the antifreeze, tire pressure and tread, brakes, windshield wipers, heater, defroster and exhaust system.
When traveling through snow country, motorists should carry tire chains that are the proper type and size, and are in good condition. Chains must be installed on the drive wheels, so make sure you know if your vehicle is front or rear wheel drive.
Other useful items to take are a flashlight, chain repair links, ice scraper or spray deicer, and a shovel.
Taking along water, food, warm blankets and extra clothing will make you more comfortable if you experience a lengthy delay.
And before you leave, put an extra door key in your pocket; a number of motorists have locked themselves out of their cars when putting on chains.
“A prepared motorist is a safer motorist to themselves, other travelers, and our highway workers,” said Caltrans District 1 Director Charlie Fielder.
Don’t be rushed; get an early start to allow more time to reach your destination safely.
Let someone know your travel plans, the route you plan to take and when you expect to arrive, and update them if things change.
Keep your fuel tank full in case it’s necessary to change routes or you get caught in a traffic delay.
Above all, be more observant and slow down. A highway speed of 55 or 65 miles an hour may be safe in dry weather, but is an invitation for trouble on snow or ice.
Snow and ice make stopping distances much longer, so leave more distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.
Bridge decks and shady spots can be icy when other areas are not. Remember to avoid sudden stops and quick direction changes.
Before traveling and during your trip, be sure to check current road conditions.
Call the California Highway Information Network at 1-800-427-7623, or go online to www.dot.ca.gov.
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The next class will take place at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30.
Lake County Assessor-Recorder Doug Wacker will be the featured speaker. He will speak on the various documents available for genealogical research.
The Lake County Genealogical Society members meet Tuesday afternoons to share information and tips related to genealogy. They invite anyone who is interested to join the class whether a beginning or advanced researcher.
These sessions are held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS church) 16th and Hartley in Lakeport.
Classes are free for everyone, and participation does not require membership in either the Lake County Genealogical Society or the LDS Church.
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The meeting begins at 7 p.m at the Lucerne Community Church, 5870 E. Highway 20, in Lucerne.
Come at 6:30 p.m. to visit and have coffee and snacks.
The featured speaker will be Wil Gonzalez, who will provide a workshop on flower arranging.
This is a hands-on workshop. He will show members and guests how to arrange flowers for a dramatic effect in decorating. Guests please bring a vase and frog and your hidden talents, plus your enthusiasm.
Gonzalez is a San Francisco native and resident of Ukiah. He works for Rain Forest Fantasy Garden Shop, is a member of The American Institute of Floral Designers and the “Hey Flower Guy” in the Ukiah Daily Journal.
He also is a Tournament of Roses Parade floral designer for Fiesta Parade Floats, most recently heading up the team of designers on the Natural Balance Float, which featured snowboarding bulldogs. The float is the Guinness Book of World Records holder for the longest single chassis float.
His home in the mountains give inspiration to his personal design style. He was induced into AIFD in 2007, Sun Valley Cup 2007.
He is currently president of the Northwest Region, is on the Teleflora Education Unit Nor Cal/Nev. Gonzalez also is the president of the Ukiah Garden Club.
North Lake Garden Club is a member of California Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc. and the Mendo-Lake District.