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Richland Recycling Day to take over South Carolina fairgrounds

The South Carolina fairgrounds will become the center of sustainability on Saturday for the annual Richland Recycles Day event.

The Richland County Department of Solid Waste and Recycling, alongside the South Carolina Department of Agriculture and local businesses, will collect recyclables throughout Saturday. Items that can be dropped off include electronics, mattresses, paint, used cooking oil and tires.

Last year alone the group collected over 100,000 pounds of recyclables from almost 1,000 vehicles.

The groups also hosted and educational event for local students on Friday.

Deliveries will be accepted from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.


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