October 22, 2026 | Announcements, News, Tips
Alachua County Waste & Recycling Collection Guide
Need help? Here is your new guide to Alachua County Waste and Recycling Services. Have questions about your garbage pickup, recycling bins,...
Need help? Here is your new guide to Alachua County Waste and Recycling Services. Have questions about your garbage pickup, recycling bins,...
Why Lithium Batteries are Dangerous in Regular Trash Lithium-ion batteries (the kind found in vape pens, phones, laptops, e-bikes, power tools, e-watches...
Plastic bags might seem small—but they cause big problems. When plastic bags go in the recycling bin, they can jam sorting equipment, cause...
Have you ever been standing at the bin wondering, “Does this go in orange or blue bin? Or should I just throw it...
Recycling is not just about protecting the environment—it’s about protecting our economy, strengthening local industry, and reducing our reliance on foreign materials....
The holidays bring twinkling lights, full plates, and—let’s be honest—a lot more waste. From gift wrap and packaging to food scraps and...
Celebrate Sustainably in Alachua County As holidays approach, kitchens across Alachua County are warming up with family recipes, frying pans, roasting trays,...
Batteries – When in Doubt, Don’t Throw Them Out! Recent Fires at Alachua County Waste Management You may remember reports of a...
NEW Curbside Pickup Schedule in Alachua County – Effective October 2026 Garbage, recycling and yard waste are collected weekly for Alachua County...
Multi-family (apartment and condominium) residents comprise an essential and significant part of Gainesville’s community. Currently, there are more than 30,000 multi-family rental...
