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La Salle County hosts free electronics recycling event April 11

Event runs 8 a.m. to noon at Government Center; pre-registration encouraged

La Salle County will host a free electronics recycling event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 11, at the La Salle County Government Center, 707 E. Etna Road in Ottawa.

A wide range of items will be accepted, including computers and parts, laptops, tablets, televisions, monitors, printers, copiers, cell phones and accessories, chargers, stereos, projectors, networking equipment and rechargeable batteries.

Microwaves, cameras, circuit boards and various metals also will be accepted.

Items not accepted include loose alkaline batteries, liquid-containing items, appliances with Freon such as air conditioners and dehumidifiers, refrigerators/freezers, thermostats and light bulbs.

Only two televisions per vehicle, and oversized loads may be refused.

Residents are able to pre-register, with online registration preferred at the county’s website or by calling 815-630-4308 during weekday hours. Registration is not open to businesses.

Bill Freskos

Bill Freskos is a multimedia journalist based in the Illinois Valley. He covers hard news, local government, sports, business enterprise, and politics while contributing to Shaw Local Radio stations for Shaw Media across La Salle, Bureau, and Putnam counties.