by Julanne Sausser | Sep 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
“Save the Planet!” is a rallying cry to motivate us to take better care of the Earth, but the PBS video “Why It’s Time to Stop Saving the Planet ” takes a different approach. Based on Jenny Price’s book Stop Saving the Planet!, the...
by Julanne Sausser | Sep 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Contamination in recycling and trash might seem like a minor issue, but its consequences reach far and wide, impacting our environment and efforts toward sustainability. When non-recyclable items, like this leaky hose, end up in the recycling bin, they contaminate the...
by Julanne Sausser | Sep 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
In our modern, convenience-driven society, single-use plastics have become ubiquitous, from takeout containers to shopping bags. Unfortunately, these disposable plastic items, designed for brief use, do not break down easily, regardless of size, and accumulate in...
by Julanne Sausser | Sep 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Are there cans of paint hanging around in your basement or garage? Once the painting project is over, what should you do with your leftover paint? If you have at least half or most of a can of paint left, and if the paint is still usable, please donate it to a local...
by Julanne Sausser | Aug 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Yard signs are everywhere, promoting homes for sale, community yard sales, or school events. But their numbers increase exponentially during an election season. Unlike other community signs, these have no purpose beyond the campaigns. One innovative Florida community...
by Julanne Sausser | Aug 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
Food scraps are an inevitable part of kitchen waste, and the odors they produce can be a nuisance. Whether the odors are in your kitchen containers or an outside organics collection bin, you can follow these effective strategies to minimize unpleasant smells. Line...
