Green Cove Springs officials vote to end cityโs recycling program
Read full article: Green Cove Springs officials vote to end cityโs recycling programThe Green Cove Springs City Council voted unanimously to end the cityโs curbside recycling program. The city will make its final pickup later this month, on Sept. 26.
Aprilโs Positively JAX winner: Beaches Go Green leads the way in environmental education and action
Read full article: Aprilโs Positively JAX winner: Beaches Go Green leads the way in environmental education and actionThis monthโs Positively JAX award goes to an organization making waves in both environmental protection and community education โ just in time for Earth Day. Congratulations to Beaches Go Green, our April winner!
Recycling truck out of service in Green Cove Springs until Thursday, Dec. 19
Read full article: Recycling truck out of service in Green Cove Springs until Thursday, Dec. 19Residents of Green Cove Springs should be aware that the cityโs recycling truck is currently out of service till Thursday, Dec. 19.
Shred & shed: Clear out clutter at free community recycling, shredding event Friday in St. Augustine
Read full article: Shred & shed: Clear out clutter at free community recycling, shredding event Friday in St. AugustineLooking to get rid of documents, electronics or used cooking oil? The city of St. Augustine is hosting its annual free community recycling event from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday at the Solid Waste Facility at 301 Riberia St.
New agreement eliminates curbside recycling in Clay County starting October
Read full article: New agreement eliminates curbside recycling in Clay County starting OctoberClay County commissioners announced changes to garbage and recycling services starting Oct. 1, which include the elimination of the curbside recycling service.
City sifters demo new recycling inspection program launching in Jacksonville
Read full article: City sifters demo new recycling inspection program launching in JacksonvilleThe city of Jacksonville and Recycling Partnership are launching a campaign called โFeet on the Streetโ to improve recycling throughout the city and show people how to properly recycle.
Plastic police: Jacksonville to begin inspecting recycling bins to make sure items can be recycled
Read full article: Plastic police: Jacksonville to begin inspecting recycling bins to make sure items can be recycledIn May, Jacksonville will start inspecting some recycle bins to make sure items placed inside are able to be recycled.
St. Augustine suspends solid waste, yard debris collections Thursday
Read full article: St. Augustine suspends solid waste, yard debris collections ThursdayThe city of St. Augustine said that due to deteriorating weather conditions, solid waste yard debris collections will be suspended, Thursday, Nov. 10. Residents are urged to secure debris and bins to the best of their ability as Nicole approaches and to be prepared for storm conditions.
As curbside recycling in Jacksonville returns, city says itโs fully staffed
Read full article: As curbside recycling in Jacksonville returns, city says itโs fully staffedCurbside recycling pickup in Jacksonville is possible again -- at least for now -- because the city has the workers it needs, city officials said Monday.
Curbside recycling in Jacksonville returns Monday. Hereโs what to know
Read full article: Curbside recycling in Jacksonville returns Monday. Hereโs what to knowCurbside recycling returns Monday for Jacksonville residents, and all of those recycling drop-off sites that were opened around the city have been closed.
Leaders trying to bring back recycling services
Read full article: Leaders trying to bring back recycling servicesClay County has had its recycle pickup service suspended since August due to a lack of workers. Now, county commissioners are researching ways to bring back recycling while still not having enough works.
Councilmanโs town hall meeting spotlights ongoing suspension of curbside recycling
Read full article: Councilmanโs town hall meeting spotlights ongoing suspension of curbside recyclingThis week marks four months since the city suspended curbside recycling in Jacksonville, and many people are upset -- ready for it to come back.
I-TEAM: Jacksonville City Council members say theyโll have to reevaluate solid waste fees for taxpayers
Read full article: I-TEAM: Jacksonville City Council members say theyโll have to reevaluate solid waste fees for taxpayersTaxpayers remain frustrated with no clear timeline on when curbside recycling pickup will resume in Jacksonville.
How environmentally friendly are you? Take these quick polls to help determine exactly that
Read full article: How environmentally friendly are you? Take these quick polls to help determine exactly thatWhen it comes to climate change and environmental issues, it might feel like a lot to wrap your head around: The problems are so widespread and complex -- so if youโve ever thought to yourself, โWhat can one person even DO?โ, youโre likely not alone.
I-TEAM digs into Jacksonvilleโs contracts with trash haulers
Read full article: I-TEAM digs into Jacksonvilleโs contracts with trash haulersThe News4JAX I-TEAM is digging deeper into the frustrations with trash pickup in Jacksonville, taking a look at the contracts the city has with its trash haulers.
Future of Confederate monuments a top priority for Jacksonville City Council in 2022
Read full article: Future of Confederate monuments a top priority for Jacksonville City Council in 2022There are a number of pressing issues and hot-button topics facing Jacksonville, including the future of the cityโs remaining Confederate monuments, suspension of curbside recycling pickup and traffic delays due to trains.
Have you been โwishcycling?โ Itโs likely doing more harm than good
Read full article: Have you been โwishcycling?โ Itโs likely doing more harm than goodFriday marks Earth Day, and according to data released by the Environmental Protection Agency in 2018, the recycling rate in the U.S. was 32.1%, down from 34.5% in 2015.

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