Johnson County Recycling District

08/28/2026

Not only do they live in a schoolhouse, but they continue to teach us everyday the importance of nature and re-use. Keep up the amazing work. We love sharing this journey with you.

08/26/2026

As if we couldn’t love her enough…

08/24/2026

Just a reminder that the Recycling Center will close at 3:30 THIS Thursday for the Shredding Event that evening!

08/21/2026

Please help if you can.

Overwhelmed by an influx of cats, the Johnson County Animal Shelter is urgently seeking volunteers and donations to help care for the new animals.

08/06/2026

A lesson I hope know one else has to learn, but if you do have a mercury spill, follow the steps listed at the bottom. Thank you Indiana Department of Environmental Management for sharing

Hickory Dickory Dock! 🕰️ Earlier this month, IDEM responded to a dangerous mercury spill in Elkhart County from an unexpected source: a grandfather clock.

While the clock was being taken apart, liquid mercury 🌡️ from an old ballast leaked across the kitchen counter and floor. Despite the homeowner’s efforts to clean it up, mercury vapors quickly reached extremely high levels, prompting a coordinated response from IDEM, IDOH, and the U.S. EPA.

IDEM reminds Hoosiers that mercury can hide in older household items such as:
• Old fever thermometers
• Traditional thermostats
• Certain light bulbs and switches
• Older gas appliances, auto parts, and industrial equipment
• Some antiques and novelty items

Even small amounts of mercury release harmful vapors. If you suspect a mercury spill:
• Keep people and pets away.
• Do not vacuum or sweep.
• Call the IDEM Spill Line at (888) 233‑7745 for guidance.

08/03/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT EVENT DETAILS: 🚨 Don't even think about showing up early to the recycling center. ⏰ We're closing up shop at 3:30 for General Recycling, and the parking lot is off-limits until the event starts. Don't be that person who tries to sneak in early, parks at Under One Woof, or blocks the street 🚗. Trust us, you'll end up waiting longer than if you just chill and show up during event hours 😴. In fact, 4:00-4:45 is usually the worst time to arrive - so if you are a person who must be early to be on time, pretend the event starts at 5:00! Yes, some of this was written with the help of AI, but all of it is from experience. 🤣

07/31/2026

In case you are looking for something to do around Johnson County before all the kids go back to school..or maybe with your free time after☺️

When you get the itch for a hike or you need a mental reset in nature, explore Betley Woods at Glacier’s End in Trafalgar, one of 's prime outdoor recreation spots and a certified nature preserve.

📍2999-2683 County Road 750 South, Trafalgar

Learn more: https://www.festivalcountryindiana.com/wander-in-betley-woods

07/30/2026

Specific Details for Event:
Each site will have one trailer designated for tire disposal. Tires will be accepted (8 per household) on a first-come, first-served basis. The event will conclude at each location once the trailer reaches capacity. You will then be directed to one of the other sites, if space is available.

What's Accepted:
Passenger car/truck tires and light tires, such as: bicycle, moped, motorcycle, lawn mower, or golf cart tires. Tires on rims are ok.

What's NOT Accepted:
No large tires, such as tractor or semi, and no businesses or out-of-county residents.

07/16/2026

Great safety message from the Monroe County Fire District!

Recently, Monroe Fire Protection District, along with several other fire investigators and manufacturers, investigated the cause of a house fire. What investigators discovered prompted us to pass along these important safety tips for anyone who uses liquid propane (LP) or natural gas.

During the investigation, it was determined that the underground LP gas line running from the propane tank to the home had developed a leak. Because the leak was underground, the soil and limestone filtered out (or “scrubbed”) the mercaptan—the odorant added to propane and natural gas that gives it the familiar “rotten egg” smell. As a result, there was no noticeable gas odor inside or around the home.

Instead, the leaking gas migrated through the ground and collected in the home’s basement. Over time, the gas concentration increased until it found an ignition source, resulting in a fire.

While this type of incident is uncommon, it highlights the importance of recognizing other warning signs of a potential underground gas leak.

⚠️ Safety Tips:
• If you notice you’re using significantly more propane or natural gas than normal, but cannot find a leak inside your home, contact your gas provider immediately. Ask them to perform a pressure test and inspect the underground gas line for leaks.
• Pay attention if your gas appliances are not burning properly or seem to have weak or inconsistent flames without any obvious indoor leak.
• Never ignore unexplained changes in gas usage or appliance performance, even if you do not smell gas.

Remember, you cannot always rely on smell alone to detect a gas leak. Underground leaks can behave differently and may not produce the warning odor many people expect.

For more detailed safety tips you can visit https://liquidpropane.com/when-to-replace-propane-lines/