Solar panels on downtown St. Paul trash cans? Yes, and here’s why

As you walk around downtown St. Paul, you might notice recent updates to a sidewalk staple. The trash cans have gone solar.

County receives grant to upgrade recycling sites

Williamsburg County is set to receive a $500,000 federal grant awarded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) ...
The Beaumont Enterprise on MSN

Beaumont restaurant inspections: Mostly A grades, some lapses revealed

Recent restaurant inspections from Beaumont Public Health show mostly high scores, along with some recurring issues reported.
Waste Dive

GFL Environmental, LRS swap assets in Arkansas and Indiana

The deal strengthens the companies' respective footprints in each state. LRS is deepening its Indiana ties after securing an ...
KRTV

Cascade County commission approves appraisal on old Belt-Armington dumpsite

Cascade County commissioners are reconsidering the long-term future of trash disposal in the Belt-Armington area ...
The New York Times

The Types of Plastics Families Should Avoid

If it seems like plastic is everywhere, that’s because it is. But there are ways to limit your exposure. Credit...Getty Images Supported by By Alice Callahan Take a look around your home and count the ...
Cfr.org

Tracking China’s Control of Overseas Ports

The new container ship, OOCL Piraeus, docks at the Port of Piraeus in Greece in 2023. Xinhua via Getty Images This interactive map tracks China’s growing maritime influence through investments in ...