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Christmas tree drop-off sites open on Boxing Day

Looking for a way to dispose of your Christmas tree once the festivities are over? Starting December 26 and running through January 10, designated drop-off locations will be open to help clear out seasonal greenery.

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SuperCircle Raises $24M Series A to Scale Retail’s Waste Management Operating System

SuperCircle has secured $24 million to amplify its AI-driven textile waste management platform for global retail brands. The company aims to tackle the billions in unsold inventory that currently end up in landfills or incinerators each year, turning potential losses into new revenue streams.

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 SuperCircle Raises $24M Series A to Scale Retail’s Waste Management Operating System
Conneaut Port Authority receives grant for phragmites management

Conneaut’s Port Authority has been awarded nearly $11,000 to continue efforts against invasive phragmites in the local harbor. This vital funding supports an ongoing campaign to protect the city’s waterfront from environmental threats.

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 Conneaut Port Authority receives grant for phragmites management
OUTDOORS: 126th Audubon Christmas Bird Count begins Dec. 14

Around the turn of the twentieth century, hunters tried to gather the largest haul of birds every Christmas. Today, that practice has given way to the Audubon Christmas Bird Count, which begins December 14 and marks its 126th year of bird-focused conservation.

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 OUTDOORS: 126th Audubon Christmas Bird Count begins Dec. 14
City: New park coming to Crestview Bluff neighborhood

Albuquerque is expanding its public green spaces with a newly announced park in the Crestview Bluff neighborhood. Slated to open next year, the park aims to serve families and residents in the Southwest quadrant.

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 City: New park coming to Crestview Bluff neighborhood
Escalante Middle School students learn value of agriculture in greenhouse class

Escalante Middle School students are finding fresh ways to cultivate herbs and produce in a thriving greenhouse class—even in the dead of winter. Through a warm, flourishing hydroponic oasis, they’re stocking the school cafeteria while discovering the value of hands-on agriculture.

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Miss Manners: Bring your own everything – Fri, 05 Dec 2025 PST

In today’s eco-conscious era, a work-sponsored event is asking guests to bring their own silverware, plates, and beverage containers. By combining simple etiquette advice with practical green measures, this approach aims to reduce waste and make cleanup a breeze.

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 Miss Manners: Bring your own everything – Fri, 05 Dec 2025 PST
5 Reasons To Put Churchill on Your Travel Bucket List

Churchill, a remote town of just 800 residents in Northern Canada, sees thousands of travelers congregate each fall for a rare look at wild polar bears along the Hudson Bay shoreline. Renowned among wildlife photographers and environmental enthusiasts alike, it’s a bucket-list destination for close encounters with Arctic creatures.

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 5 Reasons To Put Churchill on Your Travel Bucket List
Conservation group to sue feds over lack of national wolf recovery plan

A prominent conservation organization is poised to sue federal authorities, claiming that the U.S. Wildlife Service has failed to develop a nationwide wolf recovery strategy. The group alleges this shortfall violates the Endangered Species Act and undermines efforts to protect the species.

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 Conservation group to sue feds over lack of national wolf recovery plan
A Rare “Fairy Lantern” Finally Comes to Light

Deep in Malaysia, researchers have uncovered a rare “fairy lantern” that has captivated scientists with its tiny, mysterious form. Now, they are racing to ensure this fragile species does not fade from its natural environment.

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 A Rare “Fairy Lantern” Finally Comes to Light
6 Eco-Friendly Upgrades for Your Kitchen

The kitchen remains the heart of the home, and it’s also where small changes can make a big impact. Find out how six eco-friendly upgrades can help cut waste and conserve energy in one of your household’s busiest spaces.

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AGFC announces temporary WMA closure

Petit Jean River Wildlife Management Area will experience temporary daytime closures during the week of December 8. These brief shut-downs are announced by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, which urges visitors to plan accordingly.

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 AGFC announces temporary WMA closure
Tim Steller’s column: ‘Mass extinction’ threat overstated, UA researchers say

While dire warnings of a global mass extinction are common, researchers from the University of Arizona argue that the threat may be overstated. However, they emphasize that preserving habitats remains essential to maintaining biodiversity and preventing species decline.

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 Tim Steller’s column: ‘Mass extinction’ threat overstated, UA researchers say
The American West’s most iconic tree is disappearing

Once the backbone of American rails and homesteads, the ponderosa pine now faces a grim future. More than 90% of these Southwestern forests could disappear, raising deep concerns for local ecosystems and the country’s heritage.

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MEXICALI BRIEFS: Baja California launches “Clean Air” campaign to reduce winter pollution

Baja California has launched a “Clean Air” campaign to address rising concerns about seasonal pollution. The effort aims to protect public health and reduce environmental impacts in the winter months.

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 MEXICALI BRIEFS: Baja California launches “Clean Air” campaign to reduce winter pollution
Slash Burning in Pony Creek Watershed

Local authorities in Coos Bay and the Coos Bay North Bend Water Board are using slash burning to manage post-logging debris in the Pony Creek Watershed. The approach is part of recommended forest practices aimed at keeping the land healthy and productive.

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 Slash Burning in Pony Creek Watershed
Hints from Heloise: Using a sock as a dust rag, cleaning a nonstick iron and more …

A single sock can do more than warm your feet. In tips shared by Heloise, discover how everyday household items—especially those leftover athletic socks—can simplify your cleaning routine and keep appliances like nonstick irons running smoothly.

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17 images capturing the brutality and beauty of nature

Seventeen gripping photographs shine a light on the brutality and beauty of the animal kingdom. Through the 2025 Nature inFocus Photography Awards, these images underscore the power of photography to reveal nature’s harsh truths and its undeniable majesty.

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ECOVIEWS: Were the original mermaids manatees?

Christopher Columbus is credited with one of North America’s earliest manatee sightings, recorded in 1492 near the Dominican Republic. This account raises the possibility that these “sea cows,” found in Florida and the Caribbean, may have fed the age-old mermaid legends.

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 ECOVIEWS: Were the original mermaids manatees?
Taos schools join statewide electric bus pilot program

Taos Municipal Schools has joined a statewide effort to test the feasibility of electric school buses across New Mexico’s varied terrain and climate. The program aims to assess how these buses perform under the state’s diverse conditions, potentially shaping the future of school transportation.

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 Taos schools join statewide electric bus pilot program
Mosquito Management drones in new tool

Sarasota is rolling out a new approach to mosquito management by utilizing drones in wooded areas. This initiative aims to be neighborhood-friendly, helping to reduce the local pest population with minimal disruption.

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 Mosquito Management drones in new tool
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