May 4, 2010

scottw@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- When it comes to yard maintenance, taking it to streets is no longer an option in Sikeston. City officials are working to spread the word about a change to city's ordinances that went into effect April 1, according to Steve Lee, the city's street superintendent...

Todd Kennard of the Sikeston Department of Public Works demonstrates the proper way to mow, aiming grass clippings toward the yard instead of the street, while maintaining city property on North West Street on Monday. Behind him, a community service worker blows stray grass clippings back up into the yard. (Photo by Scott Welton, Staff)
Todd Kennard of the Sikeston Department of Public Works demonstrates the proper way to mow, aiming grass clippings toward the yard instead of the street, while maintaining city property on North West Street on Monday. Behind him, a community service worker blows stray grass clippings back up into the yard. (Photo by Scott Welton, Staff)

scottw@standard-democrat.com

SIKESTON -- When it comes to yard maintenance, taking it to streets is no longer an option in Sikeston.

City officials are working to spread the word about a change to city's ordinances that went into effect April 1, according to Steve Lee, the city's street superintendent.

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