Black Plastic Goes In Garbage
February 28, 2026
?️ Rigid black plastic packaging — like food trays, plant pots, and containers — belongs in your garbage cart. Most recycling facilities, like the Victorville
High Desert Thrift Store Directory: Shop Used, Reduce Waste
February 27, 2026
Find thrift stores and donation centers near you in Apple Valley, Barstow, Big Bear, Hesperia, Victorville, Yucca Valley, and more. Shop used, reduce waste, and support your local community.
Junk Mail Feb 26
February 25, 2026
Junk mail adds up quickly—but there are simple ways to reduce it. Recycle what you receive and take a few steps to stop it from
Recycle Plastic Shampoo Bottles Feb26
February 23, 2026
Yes—most plastic shampoo bottles are recyclable. These bottles are usually made from PET (#1) or HDPE (#2), which are widely accepted in curbside recycling. Before
Used Motor Oil Feb26
February 21, 2026
Used motor oil doesn’t belong in our desert. Dumping oil on the ground, in the trash, or down storm drains can pollute soil, groundwater, and
Recycle Paperboard Feb26
February 18, 2026
Paper recyclables are more than just… well, paper. Recyclable paper products include such items as egg cartons, toilet paper rolls, paperboard, and cardboard boxes, magazines,
Recycle Valentines 26
February 16, 2026
Ready to say goodbye to those Valentine’s cards? ♻️ Plain, glitter-free cards and envelopes can be recycled. If they include glitter, foil, or plastic, they
Reuse Valentine’s Cards 26
February 14, 2026
If you’re not holding onto Valentine’s cards for sentimental reasons, give them a second life! ? Turn old cards into new Valentine’s cards, bookmarks, gift
Recycle Mattress Feb26
February 11, 2026
Getting a new mattress this Presidents’ Day weekend? There are some free, easy ways to keep your unwanted one out of the landfill or from
Valentine – Less Stuff 26
February 9, 2026
This Valentine’s Day, instead of more stuff, give the gift of unforgettable experiences. ?️? Whether it’s a day a local museum, a romantic dinner, a