Knox Recycles

Along with keeping you up-to-date on the 7 Knox County Recycling/Convenience Centers, we give you dets on local recycling initiatives & eco-friendly events.

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Food waste is some of the heaviest, yet easiest material to remove from our waste stream.

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We couldn't agree more! https://t.co/IJzMjssbfb

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We like to think EVERY day is Earth Day! But we'd like to take this Earth Day to remind you of some great ways to eliminate waste BEFORE it's created:

1. Bring reusable bags and containers with you when you shop,... https://t.co/pH9eyaX3Tn

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Sing it loud!! https://t.co/jQEvfGctGu

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We couldn't agree more. REDUCE the amount of stuff you have. REUSE what you can or donate it. RECYCLE what's left over after reuse or dispose of non-reusable or recyclable items properly. You're the only cure for litter. https://t.co/5BOwFBjhKl

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Thinking about heading over to UT's Public Recycling Drop-Off this week (we think you should)? Here is some helpful information. https://t.co/neLBh65n5l

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Ever use the word "dumpster"? The Dumpster was invented in Knoxville by George Dempster originally called the Dempster Dumpster. Learn more about him in this two-part story.

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Okay, Knox County, who's up for a challenge? Join our friends at Knox County Stormwater... https://t.co/hJcAbr1Ya4

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Recycle and have some fun!! https://t.co/eNEBMqr5WO

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We love Fan Mail!!! Students from Head Start, who recently came on a tour of Powell Convenience Center to learn more about recycling and why it's important, sent us a lovely thank you booklet. Adorable!

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We're honored tonight to attend The Orchids, celebrating 40 year of Keep Knoxville Beautiful. Former Knox County Solid Waste Director Tom Salter was presented with the Felicia Harris Hoehne Award for his... https://t.co/XPgB7Lmugc

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Sharing knowledge and ideas about improving recycling and materials management in Tennessee today.

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We're hiring! Visit our website for details on our open Litter Laborer position. We're accepting applications through February 22, 2019. https://t.co/YJfO0dmC1b

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Just a quick reminder that the Convenience Centers are closed on Monday for President's Day. https://t.co/NRFU9PaXtC

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The Tazewell Pike Convenience Center is now open for its regular hours. (It had been closed due to a power outage).

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The Tazewell Pike Convenience Center, at 7201 Tazewell Pike, is currently closed due to a power outage. The power outage problem is extensive so we do not know when this Convenience Center will be open again. If... https://t.co/TbD7E8TMkW

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Have fresh-cut trees or branches to get rid of? Zoo Knoxville is currently accepting certain types of fresh-cut trees and branches as donations for feeding the zoo's... https://t.co/Ym9t7QmLNB

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Looking for something fun to do outdoors this weekend? Come to the EarthFest 2018! celebration at the Knoxville Botanical Gardens this Saturday, April 28th from 10 AM to 5 PM. It is a kid friendly and pet friendly event. We hope to see you there!