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Garbage Men & Women Doing Good in the Community
Here you will find a selection of our stories from the communities we serve and the environmental heroes who are part of the Meridian Waste team.
Meridian Waste proudly congratulates the 1st Place Winner in the 8–10 year old category of our “Brightening the World!” Earth Day Coloring Contest. Zaira's vibrant and inspiring artwork captured a powerful message of environmental stewardship and showcased the creativity of our next generation of planet protectors.
Meridian Waste has been recognized as a 2025 Platinum Cornerstone Member by the New River Valley Home Builders Association for its strong commitment to community service and excellence in waste management. Led by CEO Wally Hall, the company is celebrated for its people-first approach, reliable service, and active local involvement. This recognition highlights Meridian Waste’s role as a valued partner in supporting regional growth and sustainability.
Anniston, AL (April 24, 2025) – Meridian Waste joined White Plains Elementary’s Touch-A-Truck event, engaging students with a front-load “trash-eating” truck and sharing lessons in environmental stewardship.
Virginia Tech’s student-led community event, The Big Event, extends its gratitude to Meridian Waste for supporting nearly 900 service projects across the New River Valley, helping thousands of volunteers make the nation’s second-largest event of its kind a continued success.
Meridian Waste has demonstrated the effectiveness of drone technology by using drones to speed up the temporary closure of a disposal cell at its Noble Hill Landfill, achieving a 50% faster seeding rate while reducing costs and environmental impact.
Ayla, a talented young artist from our community, proudly won second place in her age category in a nationwide coloring contest. She received her award from Chief Marketing Officer Mary O'Brien on May 30, 2025, with her vibrant, imaginative artwork earning well-deserved recognition.
Meridian Waste North Carolina hosted its second annual Fishing Rodeo at Tri-Corner Landfill in Alamance County, drawing over 400 community members for a day of fun, fishing, and giving back. Kids competed for prizes while supporting E.M. Holt Elementary’s Backpack Program, and the event featured games, bounce houses, a mechanical bull, and raffle giveaways — proving landfills can be both exciting and meaningful.
The acquisition expands Meridian Waste’s operational footprint within the Research Triangle Region, adding commercial frontload, permanent and temporary roll off and residential hauling routes to the company’s North Carolina portfolio.
How long does it take for a crowd of eager kids to find 2,015 hidden Easter eggs? At Meridian Waste’s 3rd Annual Big, Bright Earth Day Party & Easter Egg Hunt, it took just 110 seconds— and not a single egg was left behind!
Lunenburg, VA (April 14, 2025) – Meridian Waste Virginia LLC has donated $50,000 to five Lunenburg County organizations, each receiving $10,000 to support essential services spanning food security, healthcare, senior programs, and recreation. The company also announced plans to increase its annual community investment to $75,000 in fiscal year 2025, reinforcing its commitment to the social and environmental well-being of the communities it serves.
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