News & Updates
While half of the United States is just beginning to thaw out from one of the coldest winters in recent history the other half of the country remains in winter’s icy grasp. It seems like just yesterday we were being told how the polar ice caps would be melted, hurricanes would be raging out of … Read more
There are many key evolutions throughout our history that can easily be identified as important to modern life. The ancient Egyptians using irrigation to produce crops, 11th-century China discovering movable type technology, or Louis Pasteur unlocking the principles of vaccination are common markers most of us would point to if we were asked to list … Read more
The week of June 17th is Global Waste & Recycling Workers Week During this special week of celebration for Global Waste & Recycling Workers Week, starting on June 17th, we will join together to thank the women and men who daily work to keep our neighborhoods and streets safe and clean! Some important changes to note for … Read more
Western Disposal is a local family-owned business and they are recognizing National Garbage Man day this June 17th June 17, 2014 is Waste and Recycling Workers Week! At Western Disposal we are taking the cue to recognize our fantastic crew of drivers, helpers, mechanics, dispatch staff and everyone involved in keeping our trucks running … Read more
March 29th was National Mom and Pop Business Owner’s Day! Are you a small business owner? We celebrate and applaud you for your hard work and dedication! We get what you do and support you. Show your support to a Mom and Pop Business owner by shopping local. Keep the person in personal by using … Read more
Oregon garbage man’s patriotism goes viral By Emily Sinovic, KATU News Updated: Friday, February 21, 2014, 3:33 pm Published: Friday, February 21, 2014, 3:13 pm SHERWOOD, Ore. (CNN) — A trash collector in Oregon is getting a lot of attention after a neighbor on his route witnessed his simple gesture of respect and kindness. Yesterday, Jeremy … Read more
Today we are not only honoring the presidents that have led our great country, but are celebrating the birthday of George Washington who founded our nation. Without him and his leadership, there would be no Presidents’ Day. Just like Washington and Presidents’ Day, Waste & Recycling Workers Week is a time to honor the … Read more
Want to dump the garbage in your life? Meet two fellas who will teach you how. http://www.thegarbagemansguide.com/home Norm LeMay is an entrepreneur, educator and philosopher. Thanks to his unique approach to management, he spent thirty years of his storied career helping to convert his family’s business–a waste management company that his father picked in a … Read more
Those of us at Waste & Recycling Workers Week take the time to commemorate the history of Martin Luther King Jr., and the work that he did towards creating equality in America. We appreciate each and every one of you, and wish freedom and peace be yours. “Peace is not merely a distant … Read more
(CNN) — Chad Pregracke, an Illinois man who has dedicated his lifeto cleaning the Mississippi River and other U.S. waterways, is the 2013 CNN Hero of the Year. Pregracke organizes community cleanups across the country through his nonprofit, Living Lands & Waters. About 70,000 volunteers have pitched in, helping Pregracke collect more than 7 million pounds of trash … Read more