Walhalla approved for a solid waste grant

A South Carolina grant of $15,750 dollars has been approved for Walhalla solid waste purposes.  The money comes from the Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling and  to be allocated toward three initiatives:  new trash and recycling containers; support of professional development; and part of the grant toward public education efforts on the importance of recycling and proper waste management.  A Used Oil Recycling grant of $5,558 is to be used to buy equipment and supplies.