News & Updates

From the Desk of Steve Goode, Executive Director of Waste & Recycling Worker Week

Date: September 30, 2024 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Subject: Immediate Aid to Waste & Recycling Workers Affected by Hurricane Helene Dear Community, The aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which has been recorded as one of the most devastating storms to hit the Southeastern United States, has left a trail of destruction across multiple states. With Jacksonville, Florida, … Read more

Remembering John: Sanitation Workers for Jesus

Many of you had the privilege of knowing my father, John C. Arwood. Some called him “Papa Arwood” while others called him “Jack,” but all who knew him can attest to his character and unwavering faith. A deeply grateful man, my father was famous for saying “Thank you, Jesus” in nearly every circumstance, good or … Read more

4-Year-Old with Cystic Fibrosis Fulfills Dream of Becoming a Garbage Truck Driver”

“He said he was a little tired when he first started,” Richard Birch, one of the Waste Management drivers, told the outlet. “I’m like, ‘Well, trash men start very early in the morning, so you’re going to be tired.’ ”  A 4-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis got to live out his dream of being a … Read more

Celebrating Our Unsung Heroes: Waste and Recycling Workers Week 2024

Dear Readers, As we approach the joyous occasion of Waste and Recycling Workers Week, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible support and recognition that this vital community has received. This year, we have witnessed an astonishing 30% increase in proclamations from mayors, governors, and leaders around the world, affirming the importance of this … Read more

Join Us in Celebrating Waste & Recycling Workers Week

It’s almost time for Waste & Recycling Workers Week, our annual celebration of the dedicated waste professionals in our community! During the week of June 17-21, we encourage you to show your appreciation by serving those who serve our communities. This weeklong celebration seeks to recognize and celebrate the men and women in the waste … Read more

United States Bin Service Launches Weekly Trash Collection in Demorest, Georgia

Demorest, GA – June 6, 2024 – United States Bin Service is excited to announce the launch of its weekly trash collection service in Demorest, Georgia. As a leading provider of waste management solutions, United States Bin Service is committed to keeping the community clean and green. Starting June 15, 2024, residents of Demorest can … Read more

Rumpkee, Celebrates Waste & Recycling Workers Week 2024 Get ready to celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week by giving a big shoutout and some love to the unsung heroes of our neighborhoods – our waste and recycling workers!  These hardworking individuals play a vital role in keeping our communities clean and green. So, let’s roll … Read more

City of Saskatoon Honors Waste & Recycle Workers

Waste & Recycling Workers Week When you throw out your garbage, recycling or organics, do you ever stop to think about the journey it’s about to take? Do you think about how many hands come in contact with these materials on a daily basis? You might be done with it, but for some people, it’s … Read more

Honoring Our Unsung Heroes: Waste Workers

 Hello, I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. Do you ever stop and think about your garbage, beyond taking your trash bins to the curb? Thanks to the hard-working men and women of the waste and recycling industry, you probably don’t have to give your garbage and recycling much thought. We want to … Read more

Yellow Iron of America Introduces the LiuGong 856H-E MAX Electric Wheel Loader

Welcome to the Waste & Recycling Workers Week website! We’re excited to announce that Yellow Iron of America now offers the only proven all-electric wheel loader on the market – the LiuGong 856H-E MAX. This cutting-edge, eco-friendly front end loader is perfect for various applications, including waste transfer stations, concrete crushing yards, and scrap recycling … Read more