Now that the holidays are over, if you are among those who have a real pine, it's time to dispose of the dying plant.
The McHenry County Department of Health is offering a "green" solution. The county has launched its free Christmas tree recycling program.
Dropped off trees will be sent through a wood chipper and turned into mulch. The county is accepting trees, ornament free, from now until January 31.
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