Category: information
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Spring Cleanup is Coming
It’s that time again: Time to put out unwanted furniture, appliances, and household goods for the free Spring Cleanup. From March 24 through April 4, solid waste crews will pick up large items without the usual extra charge. The cleanup includes large brush, branches, and tree trimmings up to ten feet in length and three feet… Read more
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Art in Altamonte
The work of more than 140 artists and craftspeople will be on view during Uptown Art Expo at Cranes Roost Park from March 28 through March 30. The free event features glasswork, jewelry, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery, sculptures and more. Visitors are invited to cast votes for the best of sidewalk chalk art in the… Read more
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Sunpass or Scam?
With the debut of “dynamic pricing” on local toll roads, some motorists may be overpaying because of bogus bills – frequently delivered in text messages. State authorities have shut down hundreds of websites used in fake toll notices. The alerts sent to drivers are an attempt to steal identification and financial information, according to officials.… Read more
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Timely Tax Tips
With the deadline for filing income tax returns looming on April 15, Florida taxpayers may qualify in this year’s IRS Direct File program. This free filing software is accessible on a computer, table, or phone. It includes a “direct import” feature, which allows taxpayers to get identification and W-2 information directly from IRS data. Taxpayers… Read more