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.
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
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
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
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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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!
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
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
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
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
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!