arctic blast

Selma residents react to icy temperatures and snow flurries

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The arctic blast of winter weather has nearly shut-down the city of Selma. City and county government as well as schools were closed today — due to the threat of snow — and below freezing temperatures. The wintery weather conditions have made it dangerous for people to be outside for long periods of time. “You know it’s just something we…

Friendship Mission among Montgomery Shelters Bracing for Arctic Blast

Friendship Mission Shelter is one of Montgomery's designated hot-spots
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The return of colder weather this week has area homeless shelters preparing for large crowds — and the different needs that brings. For Clarence McDuffie, the Men’s Shelter at Montgomery’s Friendship Mission West is a special place. “It’s like a haven or a sanctuary,” said McDuffie. He says it can be a lifesaver for those like him who may have…