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The mayors for both Somerset and Burnside are saying no major problems have taken place over the past few hours due to the ice storm that hit the region, but both are urging their residents to stay off the roads and avoid travel due to ongoing hazardous conditions.
Both Burnside Mayor Robert Lawson and Somerset Mayor Alan Keck said their government offices were closed Tuesday due to the weather.
The winter storm that passed through southern Kentucky Monday and early Tuesday caused freezing rain, ice and snow. It has caused slick roads, power outages, phone problems and internet outages.
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Grocery stores delay hours
It is likely many businesses that kept doors closed Monday will do the same Tuesday. Those some restaurants and stores were open on Presidents Day, many closed early due to safety concerns for employees and customers.
Kroger stores in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, are set to reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Residents planning to order meals from restaurants should call ahead to verify hours of operation.
Murfreesboro-based Hometown Delivery, which delivers meals from area restaurants, is not in service Tuesday.
MTSU, city and county schools closed
Middle Tennessee State University canceled all of its classes for the second consecutive day due to inclement weather. The Murfreesboro campus will remain closed Wednesday, with the exception of operations essential to public safety and service to on-campus residents.