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City to flush water mains May, June
The city of Brandon will begin flushing water mains May 23 until mid-June or until it has been completed.
Flushing hydrants is needed to ensure they are in properly working condition for fire protection and to remove any mineral deposits that may have accumulated in the water mains.
Residents may experience a change in water flow patterns resulting from hydrant flushing, which may also stir up mineral deposits in home services.
Residents may also experience discolored water, pressure change and/or an increased chlorine odor. Residents are advised to exercise care in their laundry operations and to check the water for clarity before use.
Motorists should also stay clear of the streams of water coming from the hydrants.
June needs at
Brandon Food Pantry
June needs at the Brandon Area Food Pantry are canned carrots, beef stew, pickle relish, Snack Pack pudding cups, graham crackers, salad dressings (Ranch, Thousand Island, French, etc.), Suddenly Salad, and dog and cat food.
Pantry clients must be vaccinated and wear a mask to shop the Pantry. If not vaccinated, Pantry volunteers will prefill bags.
To make appointments for either pickups or donations, call 582-7001. The BAFP is open from 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BAFP executive director Linda Weber asks groups that conduct food drives to contact the Pantry prior to dropping off donations.
Used eye glasses and hearing aids for the Brandon Lions Club may also be dropped off at the BAFP.
Register for MCAP 2022 Kids Camp
Online registrations are now being accepted for the Mighty Corson Art Players’ 2022 Kids Camp. The camp, designed for kids in kindergarten-sixth grade will be held June 13-17 at the Corson Playhouse. The morning session is 9-11:30 a.m. and the afternoon session is 1-3:30 p.m. The cost is $65 for either session.
Campers will take part in the production of The Pint-Sized Pirate, which will be performed for family on Saturday, June 18. The storyline of The Pint-Sized Pirate is about a quest to save the pirates who have been captured by a sea monster.
To register, visit mightycorson.com/kids/
TOPS meet Mondays
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 9 a.m. Mondays at Brandon Lutheran Church, 600 E. Holly Blvd.