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Back to School & Good Stewardship
Often times going back to school means establishing new routines and habits. Reading, Writing and ‘Rithmetic may be the three "R’s" you are thinking about at this time of year, but we want you to think about the other three: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle, as well. There...
Open Burning: What You Should Know
Here’s a burning question…is it okay to burn trash in Hendricks County? The answer is “NO! It is against the law!” Burning trash of any kind is not allowed in Hendricks County (or any other Indiana county). That includes things like construction material, furniture...
2018 Farmers’ Market Info
If you are working on being a locavore, it helps to have a plan. Whether you are a Farmers’ Market newbie or a well-seasoned veteran, we have got the low-down on what you can expect to find in-season and when and where in Hendricks County.
Unwanted Medicine Dispsoal
If you have expired or unwanted medicines to get rid of, here's what you should know: Medicines that are flushed down a toilet or washed down a drain ultimately end up in our water supply. The chemicals used to manufacture today's medicines often cannot be removed by...
A ReStore Reminder
There are many ways you can don your cape and be an Eco-Hero this spring. Take your pick
Consider Composting!
Food waste and yard waste together make up about 25% of what we throw away. That means almost ¼ of what we throw away can be composted! We can recycle nutrient rich “stuff” like leaves, twigs, grass clippings, weed and shrub cuttings, garden waste, and food waste back into the soil by letting nature do her thing.
Battery Basics
Batteries! In our technology-rich society, it seems we rely on them more than ever. But, what do you do with them when they die? Disposal options for batteries are determined by the type of battery you want to get rid of. So, here's what you should know......
Latex Paint Disposal
Unwanted or unusable latex paint seems to be everywhere. Many of us inherit a less-than-desirable collection of it when we buy a house--leftovers from the previous owners. The good news is latex paint is non-toxic and doesn't require any special disposal (so please...
Environmental Educator of the Year | Emily Cates
Emily Cates, Food Service Administrator for Avon Community School Corporation, was honored last week as the District's Environmental Educator of the Year! Mrs. Cates has worked for years reducing the environmental impact of the School District's Food Services...
Electronics Recycling
Did you notice how many electronic devices were given as gifts during the holidays? It's true that electronics comprise an ever-increasing proportion of what we throw away. We have seen a huge increase in a number of electronics we receive at our Tox-Away Days. In...
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