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Local roundup: Art on Main, Big Sweep, other events to be held

This weeks helping of offbeat news

Extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws impose liability on producers for the lifecycle of their products. EPR laws are found worldwide, particularly in Europe and Canada...

The Killeen City Council will be holding a public hearing Tuesday on the proposed 2024 budget, followed by a workshop meeting immediately afterward.

Heres a rundown of this weeks community news, including a resource fair, voter registration, and Hunger Action Month.

Frederick County governmentFrederick County government offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 4, for Labor Day. The following county services will be affected:

City Hall, Amarillo City Transit, the library and more will be closed Monday, with solid waste pickup routes adjusted for the holiday.

After a combined 81 years of working for the city of Statesville’s Sanitation Department, Kevin Rankins and Eddie Boller plan to take it easy in retirement.

The Lake County Commission, led by Chairman Gale Decker, underscores the paramount importance of responsible solid waste management as a central concern for taxpayers. While the topic might not immediately captivate attention, Chairman Decker accentuates its significance. He emphasizes that fostering a healthier environment involves a collective effort and should transcend profit-oriented motives.

The Gateway Center is officially open and providing shelter to some of the city's homeless population.