Waco Closes Landfill, Opens New Transfer Station for Efficient Waste Management
Waco's solid waste upgrade boosts resident access:
- Current landfill closes Saturday, Feb 28; new transfer station and landfill open March 2.
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Waco's solid waste upgrade boosts resident access:
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