Keep Columbus Beautiful
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A City of Columbus community improvement and sustainability program working to Keep Columbus Beautiful.
Bring your food scraps to one of the city’s free drop-off sites before the snow starts falling.
January 23, 2026 at 10:23 PM
Bring your food scraps to one of the city’s free drop-off sites before the snow starts falling.
Litter is not only bad for our environment but it’s illegal.
January 22, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Litter is not only bad for our environment but it’s illegal.
We get a lot of questions about where exactly the city’s free food scraps drop-off locations are located—here are some pointers. Even more info can be found at columbus.gov/foodwaste
January 21, 2026 at 6:51 PM
We get a lot of questions about where exactly the city’s free food scraps drop-off locations are located—here are some pointers. Even more info can be found at columbus.gov/foodwaste
"It’s the greater impact of many people working together to limit their waste or come up with small solutions every day. Small changes, small habits to better the environment and our communities."
Meet the Former Ranger Transforming National Park Trash Into Something Beautiful
Mariah Reading was a national park ranger whose job was cut during the mass layoffs of 2025. Now, she’s fighting to save public lands one piece of trash at a time.
www.outsideonline.com
January 21, 2026 at 2:54 PM
"It’s the greater impact of many people working together to limit their waste or come up with small solutions every day. Small changes, small habits to better the environment and our communities."
We turn 40 this year and want to celebrate with all our amazing volunteers and community partners on Thursday, February 5. RSVP today https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7WRsyd_SGkS6eIkL7DqDtKnOUr5fr01t-XU7rUD0C1uMjsA/viewform
January 20, 2026 at 2:33 PM
We turn 40 this year and want to celebrate with all our amazing volunteers and community partners on Thursday, February 5. RSVP today https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7WRsyd_SGkS6eIkL7DqDtKnOUr5fr01t-XU7rUD0C1uMjsA/viewform
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr., our Keep Columbus Beautiful office will be closed today, Monday, January 19, and both Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers will be closed on Tuesday, January 20, re-opening on Wednesday, January 21.
January 19, 2026 at 12:03 PM
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr., our Keep Columbus Beautiful office will be closed today, Monday, January 19, and both Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers will be closed on Tuesday, January 20, re-opening on Wednesday, January 21.
"Food waste is often discussed as a consumer problem, including what happens in home kitchens, grocery carts, or restaurant plates."
2026 Food Waste Forecast
ReFED’s recent 2026 Food Waste Forecast reinforces a broader truth that food waste is increasingly shaped by economic pressure, policy direction, and more.
www.waste360.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:31 PM
"Food waste is often discussed as a consumer problem, including what happens in home kitchens, grocery carts, or restaurant plates."
PSA: Always breakdown cardboard boxes when putting them in a recycling bin, cart, or dumpster to recycle right!
January 16, 2026 at 12:33 PM
PSA: Always breakdown cardboard boxes when putting them in a recycling bin, cart, or dumpster to recycle right!
"According to the EPA, by the end of 2003, there were an estimated 290 million old scrap tires in the U.S., which is why it's critical to find a more environmentally friendly method of disposal."
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Do Tire Shops Reuse Or Recycle Old Tires? - Jalopnik
Many tire shops recycle old tires. However, these shops have to pay for this service, so you may have to pay a fee if you want them to handle your old tires.
www.jalopnik.com
January 15, 2026 at 8:02 PM
"According to the EPA, by the end of 2003, there were an estimated 290 million old scrap tires in the U.S., which is why it's critical to find a more environmentally friendly method of disposal."
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Wishing our very own Sustainable Amy a very happy birthday! Thank you for helping us Keep Columbus Beautiful! n
January 15, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Wishing our very own Sustainable Amy a very happy birthday! Thank you for helping us Keep Columbus Beautiful! n
The City of Columbus has free food scraps drop-off locations across our communities. Find your closest one and start diverting wasted food from the landfill today! Learn more at columbus.gov/foodwaste
January 14, 2026 at 3:09 PM
The City of Columbus has free food scraps drop-off locations across our communities. Find your closest one and start diverting wasted food from the landfill today! Learn more at columbus.gov/foodwaste
Before you backyard compost or bring your food scraps to one of the city's free drop-off sites, take off any labels. "Because these stickers aren't compostable, they persist in landfills and compost piles—often after being forgotten on discarded produce." www.seriouseats.com/why-do-fruit...
Why Nearly Every Apple Has a Sticker—and What That Tiny Label Actually Does
What began as a marketing flourish in the early 20th century has become a quiet backbone of modern grocery retail.
www.seriouseats.com
January 13, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Before you backyard compost or bring your food scraps to one of the city's free drop-off sites, take off any labels. "Because these stickers aren't compostable, they persist in landfills and compost piles—often after being forgotten on discarded produce." www.seriouseats.com/why-do-fruit...
Uncovered loads are one of the main reasons litter and trash end up alongside our roads and highways.
Do you have to secure your load on your vehicle in Ohio? What you need to know
There are penalties for driving around with an unsecured load in Ohio. What are they?
www.dispatch.com
January 13, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Uncovered loads are one of the main reasons litter and trash end up alongside our roads and highways.
Bulk trash items don’t just magically get picked up—you need to schedule a free collection using the city’s 311 system online at 311.columbus.gov or by calling 614-645-3111.
January 12, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Bulk trash items don’t just magically get picked up—you need to schedule a free collection using the city’s 311 system online at 311.columbus.gov or by calling 614-645-3111.
Happy National Houseplant Appreciation Day from Phil Meeyup and some of our office plants!
January 10, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Happy National Houseplant Appreciation Day from Phil Meeyup and some of our office plants!
Watch out for those full recycling bins on this windy day!
January 9, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Watch out for those full recycling bins on this windy day!
The City's Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers are helping reduce wasted food and feeding our community by accepting non-perishable food and toiletry donations through a partnership with Columbus Food Rescue and Local Matters.
January 9, 2026 at 2:31 PM
The City's Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers are helping reduce wasted food and feeding our community by accepting non-perishable food and toiletry donations through a partnership with Columbus Food Rescue and Local Matters.
Throwback to a warmer time when we partnered with Green Columbus to deliver hundreds of trees to the South Side and Franklinton.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Throwback to a warmer time when we partnered with Green Columbus to deliver hundreds of trees to the South Side and Franklinton.
Thank you to everyone who brought pumpkins to be composted and kept out of the landfill!
January 8, 2026 at 12:37 PM
Thank you to everyone who brought pumpkins to be composted and kept out of the landfill!
We are celebrating our 40th anniversary this year with a fun celebration on Thursday, February 5 at 5 p.m. Let us know if you can make! RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7WRsyd_SGkS6eIkL7DqDtKnOUr5fr01t-XU7rUD0C1uMjsA/viewform
January 7, 2026 at 6:13 PM
We are celebrating our 40th anniversary this year with a fun celebration on Thursday, February 5 at 5 p.m. Let us know if you can make! RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7WRsyd_SGkS6eIkL7DqDtKnOUr5fr01t-XU7rUD0C1uMjsA/viewform
No matter when you take down your Christmas lights, you can bring them to the city's two Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers to be recycled.
Poll: When do you take down your Christmas lights?
Plus: Where to recycle Christmas lights and trees in Columbus.
www.axios.com
January 7, 2026 at 2:03 PM
No matter when you take down your Christmas lights, you can bring them to the city's two Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers to be recycled.
Don't quit on your backyard composting goals in 2026—keep going through the winter with these easy tips.
Composting in Winter Is Easier Than You Think, Even in the Season Most People Quit
Many people stop composting in winter, but it’s often unnecessary. With the right setup, your compost pile can stay active and ready for spring.
creators.yahoo.com
January 6, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Don't quit on your backyard composting goals in 2026—keep going through the winter with these easy tips.
The 2025 numbers are in and over 9,400 volunteers collected a whopping 496,111 pounds of litter. Their impressive efforts not only helped keep Columbus beautiful but built community strength that makes our city shine. Thank you to everyone who helped make last year amazing!
January 6, 2026 at 3:56 PM
The 2025 numbers are in and over 9,400 volunteers collected a whopping 496,111 pounds of litter. Their impressive efforts not only helped keep Columbus beautiful but built community strength that makes our city shine. Thank you to everyone who helped make last year amazing!
Looking sharp!
New year, new truck! Happy New Year from us and the cleanest refuse collection truck you've ever seen.🤩
January 5, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Looking sharp!
January 5, 2026 at 2:16 PM