The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District has announced two fall collection events for residents of Athens and Hocking counties, according to the Athens County Independent.
The Athens event is Saturday, Oct. 10, at the county fairgrounds, 286 W. Union St. in Athens. The Hocking event follows Saturday, Oct. 17, at its county fairgrounds, 100 N. Homer Ave. in Logan. Both operate from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Accepted materials include appliances, electronics, cell phones, household goods, clothing, scrap metal, mattresses, books and batteries. Television recycling costs $20–$40 per set. Fluorescent tubes and compact bulbs cost 50 cents each; payment is by cash or check only.
Tires and household hazardous waste will not be accepted. Trash trucks will also be available for items that cannot be reused or recycled, the announcement says.
The district directs residents to athenshockingrecycling.org or 740-594-5312 for a complete item list and further details.