News About Town: The Fire Department has been testing and flushing fire hydrants throughout the town and will continue to do so into the spring. Flushing hydrants verifies proper operation and adequate flow should they need to be used for firefighting. Flushing also removes sediment that naturally accumulates in water pipes. Such tremendous water flow may cause the sedimentation to be stirred up, possibly causing slight water discoloration in homes immediately after the hydrant flushing. This discoloration is cleared by opening several faucets and running the water until it runs clear. If the household water pressure is low, check the faucet and washer screens for trapped debris.

News Around Town: The Matthews Heritage Museum’s current exhibit, It’s About Time: An exhibit of Clocks and Watches, has been extended to February 19, 2022. Travel through time at the museum and learn about the history of keeping time while viewing a variety of watches and clocks, no DeLorean necessary. Don’t miss the Goofy watch and the Seth Thomas clocks. The Museum is located at 232 N. Trade Street, Matthews. Hours of operation are Thursday to Saturday from 10 to 4:30 p.m. Admission is charged, except for the first Saturday of every month.

One Good Thing: The American Red Cross recently announced a blood supply shortage. Help alleviate the demand on supply by donating to the Red Cross at Town Hall, 232 Matthews Station St, on Thursday, February 17. Sign up here and get a $10 credit to Amazon from the Red Cross as a thank you for your donation.