RECYCLING DROP-OFF EXPANDS ITS HOURS

~Correction: The drop-off facility at the Public Works Building will now be open for deposits weekdays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Also, the drop-off recycling bins have been moved to the north side of the Public Works Building.

Information in a Jan. 27 Southeast Missourian article incorrectly stated that the center previously was open for deposits only between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays, when the drop-off facility actually was open throughout the day. (CORRECTION RAN 1-29-91, PAGE 8A)

CAPE GIRARDEAU The city of Cape Girardeau recycling drop-off at 219 North Kingshighway has expanded its hours of operation.

The drop-off facility at the Public Works Building, previously open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, now will be open for deposits weekdays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Also, the city's "paper to trees" program has been extended through February. In February, the program will run on Wednesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The program will continue to operate through January during regular recycling drop-off times Monday through Friday.

In exchange for a three-foot stack of newspapers, Missouri residents will receive a coupon for a 4-6 foot tree, to be distributed in the spring.

Residents are asked to bring recyclable materials to the north side of the Public Works Building. Materials accepted include: corrugated cardboard boxes; aluminum, rinsed glass without lids; rinsed plastic items with recycling logos; and newspaper.

For more information on the city's recycling program, call the Solid Waste Division at 334-9151.