Boy Scouts Troop 212 will be hosting a glass recycling event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Pizza Ranch parking lot, 2266 33rd Ave., in Columbus. Items will be accepted until the trailer is full.

All colors of glass food and beverage containers will be accepted. No sorting is required and labels and caps can remain on the glass. Glassware, such as wine or pint glasses, also can be recycled. All hardware, framing, casings and spaces must be removed on plate glass.

Types of glass that will not be accepted include: windshields; ceramic, porcelain or milk glass; boxes or bags; laminated glass; and mirrors.

Cash donations are appreciated to help offset fuel costs. Anyone with questions may call 402-563-9223.

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