Here's a report from the Ohio Department of Transportation concerning area road care this winter. This winter's figures are lower than last winter's.

The following is an update regarding snow and ice operations on state highways within Hardin County from November to the present. (Last year at this time figures in parentheses)

Salt used: 2,827 tons (4,181)
Liquid de-icer: 27,600 gallons (30,095)
Miles driven for snow and ice:  73,101 (80,826)
Total cost:  $590,772 (720,907)