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Think Twice Before You Toss Your Holiday Items

Wonder what you can and cannot recycle this holiday season?

Wonder What’s Recyclable vs.Trash? We Can Help

‘Tis the season for decorations, gift exchanges and family gatherings.  And it’s also the season for cardboard, wrapping paper, bows and lights. It can be difficult to determine what to recycle, trash or reuse. We can help you determine where things should go.

Recycle
catalogues, boxes, gift bags, cards, photos and wrapping paper in your Curb It! cart.

Reuse
your ribbons, bows, garland, and plastic shopping bags.Otherwise, they belong in the garbage.

Trash your Styrofoam, plastic packaging, disposable cups, plates and silverware.  

There are many more items you can recycle but do NOT belong in your recycling cart. Review our recycling and disposal guide to learn how to recycle items such as:

Christmas Trees
Computers
Cooking Oil
Electronics
Christmas Lights

For more information about safe, smart disposal and recycling options, visit www.WhereItShouldGo.com or call 515.244.0021.

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