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Monday, May 06, 2013  Earth Day is celebrated around the country on April 22.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Updated with video; Earth day is celebrated across the country on April 22nd. Some plant trees, others go out and pick up litter, but at Chehaw, they're throwing a party.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  When Georgians purchase new tires for their vehicles, a $1 per-tire fee is added to the cost.

Sunday, January 06, 2013  A landfill is a tremendous asset to each one of us and we need to conserve the space by recycling to make it last as long as we can.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  Electronics are always popular Christmas gifts -- and whether you got the newest iPhone, a new flat screen or an e-reader, Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful says it's important not to throw out your outdated technology.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  Some say the most exciting part of buying a live Christmas tree is getting to decorate it, but experts say it's just as important to think ahead and have a proper disposal plan ready.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012  Updated with video; Girls Incorporated of Albany has dedicated this week to giving back to the community.

Saturday, September 29, 2012  Updated with video; Nearly two dozen water stewardship events are taking place this month across the country.

Saturday, September 15, 2012  Updated with video; The folks at Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful were back at it again Saturday morning as they hosted their annual electronic recycling event behind the Albany Civic Center.

Monday, September 10, 2012  Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful, the Albany Police and MillerCoors are only a few organizations that are gearing up for a multiple go green event, Saturday, September 15 from 9 AM to 1 PM.

Thursday, September 06, 2012  Updated with video; One of southwest Georgia’s artists is taking his creations to the runway.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012  Updated with video; A new piece of legislation is requiring all metal recycling centers to register with the sheriff's office every year.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012  Updated with video; Recycling should be part of an everyday routine; unfortunately, not everyone has accepted this idea.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012  Updated with video; This weeks' Go Green explores what other materials, aside from aluminum, can be recycled at Southeastern Aluminum Recycling here in Albany, Georgia.

Monday, January 16, 2012  Updated with video; 'Recycle Albany' is a project of the city of Albany and Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful. Each one of us can make a difference, and now it's made convenient for everyone to just drop off their recycling in order to better protect our community and the environment.