Check out this helpful information on recycling myths.
1. Myth: Everything with a recycling symbol is recyclable.
Fact: The symbol shows material type, not what your local facility accepts.
2. Myth: It’s okay to guess what’s recyclable — “wishcycling” helps.
Fact: Guesswork often leads to contamination; non-recyclables can spoil batches.
3. Myth: Recyclables don’t need cleaning.
Fact: Quick rinsing (removing food/liquid) is enough — major residue causes issues.
4. Myth: Recycling uses more energy/resources than it saves.
Fact: Recycled aluminum, steel, paper, etc., require far less energy than producing from virgin materials.
5. Myth: Paper/box soiled with food (like pizza boxes) can’t be recycled at all.
Fact: The clean parts often are recyclable; just remove or discard greasy bits.
6. Myth: All plastics are recyclable if they have a number code.
Fact: Many plastic types are not accepted locally; markets, facility capability, and the type of plastic matter.
7. Myth: Compostable/biodegradable items can go in recycling.
Fact: These often require special composting, and mixing them with recyclables can cause contamination.
8. Myth: All glass (cookware, light bulbs, etc.) is recycled like bottles.
Fact: Specialty glass often has diperent melting points or materials and isn’t accepted in regular glass recycling.
9. Myth: If something isn’t accepted curbside, it’s not recyclable anywhere.
Fact: There are drop-op or special recycling programs for items not handled curbside.
10. Myth: Recycling eports don’t make a diperence.
Fact: Recycling saves energy, reduces greenhouse gases, conserves resources, and creates jobs — small actions add up.
The Shawnee Tribe’s 2025 General Council & Election Weekend included a community dinner and stomp dance, as well as the annual meeting of the Shawnee Tribal Council and Business Council election. Citizens had the opportunity to meet tribal service programs & administrative staff, collect raffle prizes, and hear reports on the past twelve months of happenings of the […]
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The Shawnee Tribe is accepting public comments from tribal citizens about the Low Income Home Energy Program (LIHEAP) in preparation for next fiscal year, which begins October 1. All Shawnee households residing in the state of Oklahoma are encouraged to provide comments. Submit comments here through Monday, August 25, 2025. The LIHEAP program also still has funding […]