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US to celebrate new Waste and Recycling Workers Week on June 17, 2013

US to celebrate new Waste and Recycling Workers Week on June 17, 2013   Solid Waste & Recycling Association, Honors Garbage Men and Women By: SWR Staff 2013-06-11 The U.S.-based Environmental Industry Associations (EIA) joins customers and groups across the United States in celebrating Waste and Recycling Workers Week on Monday, June 17, 2013. The new … Read more

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City of Kinston, NC – Celebrates Waste and Recycling Workers Week

City of Kinston, NC  – Celebrates Waste and Recycling Workers Week This June 17th On June 17th, we want to show our appreciation for our Garbage Providers! Let’s face it, the world would be a disgusting place without the garbage man! We want to Thank You for what you do for us! June 17th, Waste … Read more

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June 17th is Waste and Recycling Workers Week and eHow.com recommends Gifts for the Garbage Men and Women in your Neighbor-hood

   June 17th is Waste and Recycling Workers Week and eHow.com recommends Gifts for the Garbage Men and Women in your Neighbor-hood eHow.com recommends Gifts for Garbage Men and Women on June 17th Garbage collecting is a strenuous job, and garbage men don’t often see the people they serve and rarely get thanked. If you’re giving … Read more

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Brevard County to join ‘Waste and Recycling Workers Week’ Celebration

FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2013 Brevard County to join ‘Waste and Recycling Workers Week’ Celebration VIERA, Fla. – The Brevard County Solid Waste Management Department will celebrate the first Waste and Recycling Workers Week on June 17, 2013 to raise awareness for the garbage men and women that keep counties and cities clean. “The idea was launched several … Read more

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Valdosta GA “CITY FOCUS” Let’s All Celebrate This June 17th By Honoring Our Garbage Men And Women

Valdosta GA “CITY FOCUS” Let’s All Celebrate This June 17th By Honoring Our Garbage Men And Women This week on Metro 17 “CITY FOCUS,” citizens may view the following news stories delivered by Metro Valdosta 17 Anchor Shemeeka Johnson: Regional Flooding Addressed; Historic Preservation Award Winner Announced; Emily Davenport named a 4 Under 40 Professional of the Year; … Read more

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The Bandwagon Supporting Waste and Recycling Workers Week Is Growing.

The bandwagon supporting Waste and Recycling Workers Week is growing. The bandwagon supporting Waste and Recycling Workers Week is growing. The Solid Waste Association of North America, the governor of Florida and cities have gotten behind the day, which is the brainchild of John D. Arwood, president of Arwood Waste Inc. Waste and Recycling Workers Week is set for June … Read more

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University of Georgia Journalist, Hunter Lacey talks with Advanced Disposal on how the company will honor Waste and Recycling Workers Week this June 17th

University of Georgia Journalist, Hunter Lacey talks with Advanced Disposal on how the company will honor Waste and Recycling Workers Week this June 17th Sanitation workers get the spotlight Hunter Lacey/HHJ Intern • Wed, Jun 05, 2013 The closest encounter most citizens have with garbage is the weekly act of dragging their trash bin to the … Read more

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NBCNEWS Campaign to Recognize Garbage Man Appreciation Day

NBCNEWS  Campaign to Recognize Garbage Man Appreciation Day SILVER SPRING, MD  — The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), John H. Skinner, Ph.D. BCEEM, announces its support of the national campaign to recognize Garbage Man Appreciation Day on June 17, 2013. Garbage Man Appreciation Day was initiated by John D. Arwood, president of Arwood Waste Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida, … Read more

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The Wall Street Journal Article: “Waste and Recycling Workers Week”

  The Wall Street Journal Article: “Waste and Recycling Workers Week” SILVER SPRING, MD –(Marketwired – June 05, 2013) – The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), John H. Skinner, Ph.D. BCEEM, announces its support of the national campaign to recognize Garbage Man Appreciation Day on June 17, 2013. Garbage Man Appreciation Day was … Read more

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Waste Age News – A Movement To Establish National Garbage Man’s Day.

Waste Age News – A Movement To Establish National Garbage Man’s Day. After more than 30 years in the business, John Arwood has encountered a lot of waste haulers. And he knows they are hardworking individuals dedicated to keeping their towns and cities clean and serving their customers well. That’s why he has launched a campaign … Read more

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