By Anthony Scott Killeen Daily Herald
The city of Killeen is looking to take those prickly, dry, Christmas trees off of residents’ hands before they become fire hazards and to save some space in its landfills.
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Talking trash in Yakima
Recycling has been slow to catch on in Yakima, and the term “mandatory recycling” is even less popular.
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New Orleans Events: LSU Cotton Bowl, Museums, Music
  What’s happening in New Orleans this January 7?    The LSU Cotton Bowl game.  Art events at the museum. Drinks in the Frenc Quarter. Here’s a list from Frank Stansbury, Publisher of LaFete News:
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