KILLEEN, Texas — As we get settled into the year 2024, most of us are beginning to take down holiday decorations to get ready for the next season.
If you used a real Christmas tree, it's not as simple as just packing it away. So, where can you go if you want to get rid of it? Thankfully, multiple cities in Central Texas are offering places to take your Christmas trees so that they can be recycled and repurposed.
Killeen
The City of Killeen is hosting its annual Christmas tree recycling event at the Killeen Special Events Center on Saturday, Jan. 6.
Those looking to take advantage of this event can visit the center located at 3301 S WS Young Dr. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The City notes that all ornaments, lights, tinsel and other decorations must be removed in order for the tree to be accepted.
This event is completely free.
For more information, visit here.
Waco
Keep Waco Beautiful is hosting its "Chipping on the Green" event on Saturday, Jan. 6 in Downtown Waco.
Not only will you be able to bring your Christmas tree and get it chipped down into mulch, but you can also enjoy live music from 10 a.m. to noon!
For more information, visit here.
Temple
The City of Temple is offering Christmas tree recycling through Monday, Jan. 8 at two locations: 3015 Bullseye Lane and 603 Baskins Dr.
The trees must be stripped of all ornaments and decorations in order to be accepted. If you cannot make it to the drop-off locations, you can also bring it to the Solid Waste Complex at 2611 E Ave. H, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information, visit here.
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