Help Keep Leaves and Litter From Causing Problems in Local Lakes

Photo Source: LakeMax.org

Many people may not realize that when leaves and yard clippings end up in local bodies of water, it can cause some environmental issues.  

Executive Director of the Lake Maxinkuckee Environmental Council Kathy Clark recently shared a bit of information about what can happen when leaves, grass clippings and other organic debris get put into lakes.

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Knox Dumpster Days to Be Held at Wastewater Treatment Plant this Saturday and Sunday

The Knox Mayor’s Office issued a reminder that “ Spring Clean-Up Dumpster Days” will be held this weekend.

Residents can drop items off from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday May 20th. The dumpsters will be located in Wythogan Park, at the Wastewater Treatment Plant in the rear of the park.

This event is restricted to residents who live within the city limits only. Continue reading