Household Chemicals Waste Collection

Lincoln and Lancaster County residents are encouraged to clean out unwanted chemicals by bringing their household hazardous waste to a collection drive from 9am to 1 p.m. today. The collection is at the Lincoln City Shores at 4375 S. 33rd St.

Some items accepted include:

Pesticides
Lawn and garden chemicals
Paint thinners
Cleaning products
Stains
Polishes and waxes
Items containing mercury

Items NOT accepted include:

Latex paint
Motor oil
Antifreeze fertilizers
Medicines
Electronics and batteries

The event is free of charge but donations are accepted at the collection. You can see a complete list of accepted and not accepted items at Lincoln.ne.gov.