Several area schools were closed on Monday after a wintry mix hit the area, leaving behind snow, sleet, and ice-covered roads.

Residents who were out on the roads and highways were advised by the Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation to "Take it slow!"

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Today, the forecast was for a high of 22 degrees and a low of 10 degrees Monday night. Tuesday, a high of 25 and a low of 15 degrees with no precipitation was predicted. Wednesday a high of 36 degrees is forecast and warmer temps to 48 degrees are predicted on Thursday.

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The forecast was for a high of 22 degrees with a low of 10 degrees Monday night. Tuesday, a high of 25 and a low of 15 degrees with no precipitation was predicted. Wednesday a high of 36 degrees is forecast and warmer temps to 48 degrees are predicted on Thursday.

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