Two events to keep computers, electronics out of landfills

As Earth Day approaches, there are two upcoming area events designed to keep computers and other electronic equipment from heading to landfills.

It starts with a computer recycling event Friday afternoon from 4:00 to 7:00 at Salem City Hall. The city is working with ITT Technical Institute to refurbish as many computers as possible for placement with low-income families. Click here for full information.

There is another event Saturday from 9:00 to 3:00 at the  Roanoke Civic Center. It covers a long list of electronics and kitchen items. Click here for full information.  More on this event from WFIR’s Evan Jones.