Burning Season Guidelines

The 2026 fall burning season runs from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, with outdoor burning strictly restricted to the hours between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. Any fire started after 5 p.m. must be completely put out by 7 a.m. Only vegetative materials such as leaves, brush, and yard clippings may be burned. Fires must be watched by an adult at all times until completely extinguished. Clear at least a...

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Dear Recycle Lady, What is recycled water? I can’t imagine reusing water! Interested Dear Interested, Recycled water, also called reused or reclaimed water, is highly treated wastewater. The recycling process involves advanced treatment methods to remove harmful organisms and impurities in order to make it suitable for reuse. Water from...

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