COUNTY LIFE
Saint Jo opens a burn pit for storm brush
The City of Saint Jo has opened a burn pit has next to the rodeo arena east of town to handle brush related to the recent storms.
Mayor Lucas Thompson said the pit will be open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. It is only open to those who own property in Saint Jo and only brush is allowed. Anyone found dumping anything other than brush will be cited for illegal dumping.
Thompson reminds residents they are responsible for removing downed tree limbs from their property and if you are unable to do so due to a medical condition call city hall between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Starting May 1 anyone who has tree limbs or excessive brush may be cited by the police department for violating the code. Thompson added the city no longer has an oil recycling depository at the city barn. Anyone found leaving oil on city property will be cited.
Read the full story in the weekend News.
As North Texas finally transitions towards cooler temperatures, community water needs change as well.
Preparing your home for freezing temperatures can save time and money, especially with meteorologists expecting El Nino to bring wintry weather to the Southwest United States. Use these tips from the Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District to winterize your house and well, all while saving a few gallons.
Now is the time to check fixtures in your home for leaks or moisture loss.
Read the full story in the weekend Bowie News.
In today’s edition enjoy the funny and touching letters to Santa submitted by children from across Montague County. Businesses also thank their customers for their patronage this past year with holiday greetings.
It’s here, the first day of winter marked by the winter solstice at 4:21 a.m. on Dec. 21.
The winter solstice is the day with the fewest hours of sunlight throughout the year, making it the “shortest day” of the year. Thankfully, after the winter solstice the days begin to grow longer and longer again and until the summer solstice, the first day of summer and the longest day of the year
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