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SAMPLEWeatherNov 11, 2026

Rain, then rain and snow showers

The National Weather Service in Gaylord has no watches or warnings in effect for Otsego County this evening.

Tonight: rain showers, then rain and snow showers likely, with a low around 31. Thursday: rain and snow showers likely before 10 a.m., then mostly cloudy, with a high near 37.

Source: National Weather Service Gaylord (office APX)

— the Otsego Town Square team

SAMPLEGovernmentNov 11, 2026

Last day to light it green

Today is the last day of Otsego County’s Operation Green Light for Veterans. The county has been lighting its buildings green from Nov. 4 through Nov. 11 and invited residents and businesses to join by changing one entryway bulb to green.

Source: Otsego County Alert Center

— the Otsego Town Square team

SAMPLEGovernmentNov 11, 2026

County bus hours still reduced

The Otsego County Bus System’s adjusted hours are still listed in the county Alert Center: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with no Saturday service until further notice. The change took effect Oct. 19 because of staffing shortages. For questions, call (989) 732-6224, ext. 2, or see the county alert.

Source: Otsego County Alert Center (Otsego County Bus System)

— the Otsego Town Square team