Police investigate shots firedThe Frederick Police Department is investigating after shots were fired in the 400 block of West South Street about 2 a.m. Saturday. No one was injured, but a vehicle was hit by gunfire, police said. Shell casings were found at the scene. Witnesses could not give descriptions of possible suspects. Anyone with information should call the department at 301-600-2100 or the tip line at 301-600-TIPS where information may be given anonymously. Text messages may also be sent to the tips line and e-mails are accepted at fpdcrimetip@fredco-md.net. -- Gina Gallucci-White

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Round 2: Snow expected to fall today, Wednesday
Fast on the heels of the largest 24-hour snowfall to hit the Frederick County since 1983, meteorologists are predicting another round of heavy snow and wind to hit today.
The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning Monday afternoon for the area, including Frederick County, and said 10 to 20 inches of snow is possible by Wednesday night.
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Weather-related closings, delays
A list follows of weather-related closings and cancellations for this week.
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Fire and police blotter
Police search for robber
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School closures cause makeup schedule revision
Even though Frederick County Public Schools are closed today -- using the sixth snow day this school year -- the school system will not hold school on the Monday Presidents Day holiday as the first scheduled snow makeup day.
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Crowds pay respect to fallen marine
Even U.S. Marines couldn't hold back tears Monday at the viewing of their colleague, Sgt. David Smith.
The procession to the Frederick Christian Fellowship Church was led by Frederick County Sheriff's deputies. Dressed in full military regalia, Marines carried Smith's casket into the church followed by family members as more Marines stood at attention.
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