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Celebrate a Small Business Owner on National Mom & Pop Business Owners Day

March 29th is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day! Are you a small business owner? Now, more than ever we celebrate and applaud you for your long hours, hard work and dedication! You are a vital part of our communities and economy and we support you. Show your support to a small business today by shopping … Read more

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Order Your Handcrafted Garbage Truck Bed

Featuring tool-free assembly, cabinet-grade wood and low to no VOC paints, these children’s garbage truck beds are custom designs and made by hand. Each bed is customized to the individual child’s style. With a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, lights, and sirens, the only limit is your imagination. Labor of Love These custom truck beds … Read more

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Save a Life, Slow Down to Get Around!

Slow Down to Get Around When you are driving behind a garbage or recycling truck collecting household waste from curbside bins, slow down. Reducing your speed and leaving a little extra space to accommodate frequent stops could prevent an accident and save a life. And always slow down before passing a recycling or garbage truck. … Read more

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State of New Mexico Waste and Recycling Workers Week Proclamation

State of New Mexico Executive Office Santa Fe, New Mexico Proclamation WHEREAS, the citizens of New Mexico recognize the often thankless job of waste and recycling workers; and WHEREAS, the people employed by local solid waste and recycling management services and facilities operating in the State of New Mexico make significant contributions to the safety, … Read more

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The Role of Sanitation Workers in the COVID-19 Pandemic | Waste & Recycling Workers Week

Thanking Our Sanitation Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

It has been two years since our world came to a sudden halt. No one could have predicted just how long and difficult 2020 and 2021 would be for us all. Through these difficult and  uncertain times, we have discovered a new-found appreciation for some of the most dedicated workers in our communities. From nurses … Read more

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Waste Expo 2022 Registration Promo for Waste & Recycling Workers Week

Don’t Miss This Special Offer from WasteExpo 2022

Join 14,500 of your peers, over 600 exhibitors and 60+ educational sessions in Las Vegas at WasteExpo 2022. It doesn’t get any bigger or better or smarter than this. And this year, friends of Waste and Recycling Workers Week get special special pricing with promo code VP40.  Innovate, Learn and Celebrate at WasteExpo 2022 Over … Read more

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Mid Valley Disposal, Celebrates Women’s History Month

Our Women’s History Month series continues! Up next is our corporate office located in Kerman, CA. Now introducing…Left ➡️ right:•Samantha maintains our office by making sure things are kept clean and orderly•Emily is our front desk associate and assist customer service•Nikole works in our finance department•Maria works in our billing department•Patty is one of our … Read more

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Do you know where the word “dumpster” originated?

It was first used commercially in 1936, originating with the Dempster-Dumpster system of detachable containers that were mechanically loaded onto trucks for transport to disposal facilities. This system was patented by Dempster Brothers in 1935. This system was popular for hauling heavy, dense loads such as food waste, sludge and other hard to handle materials. … Read more

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Bring Waste and Recycling Workers Week to Your Community

Would you like to see your town, city or state celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week this year? Now is the time to ask your Mayor, City Council and Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing June 17 as Waste and Recycling Workers Week. Make It Official We encourage everyone to participate in recognizing their solid waste … Read more

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Happy International Women’s Day – Ozark Refuse

Happy International Women’s Day from Ozark Refuse Ozark Refuse offers trash and recycling services for all of Springfield, Republic, Ozark and Battlefield.

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