County officials are planning ahead and preparing to take action if needed as wildland fire season has arrived.

On Monday, Sheriff Fred McKee, speaking to the county commissioners, noted that "fire watch" conditions have been declared in surrounding areas.

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The city's animal ordinance, which had not been reviewed or revised since 2009, has been revamped by a committee consisting of the police chief, local veterinarians and a community member.

The result is an ordinance that reflects "best practices" regarding rabies vaccinations, animal quarantines, and the ordinance itself, Chief Robert Thomas explained at a recent work session.

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