Items that can be recycled are cans, cartons, plastic bottles and tubs, but all must have their lids removed and thrown away.
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Since the initial shutdown of non-essential businesses in March, museum directors and educators have been implementing creative solutions.
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Registered voters who live in the city's District 2 will decide between incumbent Harvey Ward and challenger David Walle.
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These were the top stories near you this year.
Read More »Community Members Work To Decrease Local Plastic Waste
The Alachua County Library Headquarters Branch hosted an event to educate on local sustainability to reduce plastic waste after the repeal of the plastic bag ban.
Read More »Clean Creek Annual Trash Cleanup Collects More Waste Than All Previous Years Combined
Gainesville got a little cleaner this past weekend as about 160 volunteers collected 19,121 pounds of trash during the fifth annual Clean Creek Revival, according to Megan Black, executive director of Current Problems, a nonprofit environmental group.
Read More »With Plastic Bag Ban Looming, Restaurant Co-Owner Opens The First Plastic-Free Shop In Gainesville
Joy Hughes recently opened Life Unplastic in the Thornebrook Village Shopping Center as the first plastic-free shop in Gainesville.
Read More »Local Scientists Want Plastic Ban Amended For Greater Environmental Protection
The City of Gainesville passed a plastic ban earlier this year. Some local scientists see this ordinance as a good first step, but don't think it goes far enough. Here are their proposals:
Read More »Waterways Group Warns Of Fecal Contamination Impacting Gainesville Creek
Megan Black said that nearly all creeks in the Gainesville area are considered “impaired.” This classification indicates that the water body has become so polluted that it no longer does its job properly, and county officials are taking notice.
Read More »Tiny House Tour Showcases Sustainability
Two Florida residents on tour in their "tiny home" stopped in Gainesville last Friday, promoting their non-profit The Creative Animal Foundation and sustainability. The pair travels the country, speaking at schools and events to educate students about living sustainably while documenting their adventures on their YouTube channel.
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