Ellis spent 22 years in the Marine Corps, serving as a helicopter pilot and achieving the rank of lieutenant colonel. He flew the Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion, a heavy lift helicopter.

Widespread light snow fell overnight. It was only a coating to a couple inches, but it will make for a slushy and slippery start in many town with rain and freezing rain coming through. A WINTER ...

It’s a cool and windy start to the day. Watch out for some icy spots early, especially on some of those back roads. If you’re heading out, be prepared for gusty winds as a Wind Advisory is in effect ...