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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Alert asks Pierce County residents to follow watering schedule, skip Fridays
Many Artondale residents should avoid watering their lawns or gardens on certain days to conserve water this summer, according to an alert Monday to customers of Washington Water Service. 'As the weather warms up and water use tends to increase, Washington Water is asking our Artondale customers to conserve water throughout the summer so that we can continue providing the appropriate water supply for health, safety, and firefighting capabilities,' the alert said. Customers who live in the area highlighted on a map Washington Water posted on its website should avoid outdoor irrigation from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. and on Fridays, per the alert. Washington Water Service also asks customers to adhere to a watering schedule as follows: ▪ Water on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday if your address ends in an odd number (1, 3, 5, 7 and 9). ▪ Water on Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday if your address ends in an even number (0, 2, 4, 6 and 8). The water district will inform customers when they can return to normal water use, the alert said. Those with questions or concerns can reach the Customer Service Center by calling (877) 408-4060, or emailing customerservice@ The News Tribune was not immediately able to reach a Washington Water Service representative Monday afternoon.
Chicago Tribune
01-07-2025
- Chicago Tribune
Aurora officials warn against using illegal fireworks
Ahead of July 4, Aurora city officials are using social media posts, yard signs and more to warn residents against using illegal fireworks. Fireworks are generally illegal within the city of Aurora, and those who have or use them are subject to fines up to $1,000, with repeat offenders risking even higher fines. Those wishing to report the use of fireworks to the city can submit reports online at through the city's 311 app or by calling the Customer Service Center at 311 or 630-256-4636. If the use of fireworks is threatening the safety of people or property, then residents can instead call 911. In a recent post to his campaign Facebook page, Aurora Mayor John Laesch warned that fireworks could 'potentially start fires, torture dogs and other pets, harm veterans who have experienced combat' and lead to serious injuries. Plus, 'nobody wants to hear your 3 a.m. fireworks show,' his post said. The city of Aurora's own Facebook page focused specifically on fireworks' impact on some veterans, as their loud noise can be triggering or distressing. The post urged residents to consider veterans' well-being by finding other ways to celebrate July 4 that are inclusive and respectful. City ordinance specifically bans people from selling, offering to sell, giving, storing, possessing, exploding, firing, igniting, discharging or otherwise using display fireworks, flame effects, consumer fireworks or any other pyrotechnic. In addition to the fines issued to those who break the ordinance, owners of properties where illegal fireworks are being used can also face fines or, with repeat occurrences, liens on their properties, according to the city's webpage about reporting the use of fireworks. The city is distributing yard signs, door hangers and letters to warn residents against using fireworks. Those looking to help in the effort can join Laesch on Wednesday at 5 p.m. on the first floor of City Hall, according to a post he made on his campaign Facebook page. Laesch has already gone door-to-door alongside the Aurora Police Department distributing door hangers and warning letters, one of his earlier Facebook posts said. Aurora is hosting two events to celebrate Independence Day: a fireworks show on the evening of July 3 and a parade downtown on the morning of July 4. The fireworks display will be in downtown Aurora, with city-suggested best viewing available at the Aurora Transportation Center and at McCullough Park. Food trucks and DJs are planned to be at both locations from 6 to 9:45 p.m., according to the city's website. Shuttles are expected to run, and city officials recommend using them to avoid issues finding parking and to avoid traffic when leaving. The city's annual parade in downtown starts at 10 a.m. July 4 at the intersection of Benton Street and Broadway. It will then head north on Broadway to Downer Place, then march west on Downer to Middle Avenue, where it will end.
Trade Arabia
04-02-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Bahrain to launch revamped ID cards
Bahrain's Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) will soon launch of the fully revamped and enhanced identity card, aligned with the latest international technologies and standards. The revamped ID card will feature a range of enhancements and expanded capabilities for digital transactions. The introduction of the new ID card will mark a significant shift in card service delivery by incorporating biometric features, increased capacity, improved quality, and utilising a newly developed printing system to support and reduce maintenance costs and government expenditures, iGA said. The Information & eGovernment Authority has asked citizens and residents who plan to renew their ID cards in the near future to wait and renew them after their cards expire, provided they do not have urgent needs requiring immediate renewal. The authority clarified that limiting the renewal to only expired ID cards comes also in line with the maintenance activities at the Customer Service Center (Isa Town branch) which will take place until February 15 as the number of appointments are limited for card services due to the centre upgrading works. However, customers can easily complete their transactions using the eServices available on the National Portal, it said. iGA highlighted that this step is part of its continuous efforts to enhance the efficiency of the identity card system, streamline government operations, and improve customer satisfaction for citizens, residents, business owners, and organizations. It also aims to provide a better and more innovative experience for customers, contributing to the advancement of the information and communications technology sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain regionally and globally. - TradeArabia News Service
