Tag: recycling

Norman County Recycling

Here’s another sign of Christmas: empty boxes that once contained presents.  Norman County Environmental Services Director Garry Johanson tells R&J News’ Joe Lancello about the importance of recycling. Johanson adds there is one type of cardboard you shouldn’t recycle: used pizza delivery boxes. The grease in the box makes it unsuitable for recycling. 


December 30, 2023 0

Norman County Applies for EPA Solid Waste & Recycling Grants

Ada, MN — Norman County is teaming up with 8 other counties in Northwest Minnesota to help solidify the future of solid waste in the county. The permit for the current Norman County Demolition Landfill expires in 2029 and its unlikely to be renewed after that. But nine total counties facing similar issues are now…
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January 27, 2023 0

“Crush Your Boxes!” Norman County Environmental Services Provides Remidners for Recycling

Ada, MN — Norman County Environmental Services is reminding county residents to reduce, reuse, and recycle when it comes to their waste, but also be smart about what they recycle and avoid putting unaccepted items in the recycling bins. There are several dozen bins located at the recycling sights throughout Norman County with the majority…
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September 1, 2022 0