Litter fight grows with cleanup and recycling drive
Williamson County launched a 2005 cleanup campaign with free dump days and a four-trailer recycling program spearheaded by Commissioner Tracey Glenn. Officials say litter harms economic development and costs billions nationally, prompting Keep Carbondale Beautiful to study local costs and encourage a culture change through school outreach and community involvement.
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Litter problem mars Illinois outdoors and roads
Les Winkeler urges stronger anti litter action across Illinois citing polluted lakes and highways. He notes reader support for tougher laws and enforcement while contrasting state approaches and recounts a personal Earth Day appeal to curb waste. He calls for individuals to pick up litter and take the issue seriously.
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