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Snow means late start or closure for many Pierce County schools

Due to snow, several schools are affected this morning.

Published: Dec. 18, 2012 at 6:07 a.m. PSTUpdated: Dec. 18, 2012 at 9:11 a.m. PST
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Runners pass through a snow-dusted Wright Park Tuesday morning. Light snow and cold temperatures made for slippery conditions. (JOE BARRENTINE/Staff photographer)

Due to snow, several schools are affected this morning.

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