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The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County has announced the expansion of its food waste composting program to the Chesterton area. The initiative begins April 9, 2025, and continues each Wednesday 3 pm to 7 pm at the Coffee Creek Farmers Market through October 29, 2025. What’s collected will be composted at the Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus. The district says the expansion builds on the success of the ongoing collaboration with Valpo Parks, which has already diverted over 8,000 pounds of food waste from landfills.
“We are thrilled to expand our food waste composting program to the Duneland area and partner with the Coffee Creek Farmers Market,” said Keri Marrs Barron, Director of the Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County. “This initiative not only reduces landfill waste but also enriches our soil and strengthens our community’s environmental stewardship.” Community members are encouraged to bring their food scraps, such as fruit and vegetable peelings, coffee grounds, and more, to the market. Volunteers will be there to make sure items are suitable and to provide guidance on composting practices. For more information about the food waste composting program or to learn how to participate, visit PorterCountyRecycling.org or call (219) 465-3694.
