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As members of the community, we believe in investing in the very place that we have put our roots into, which is why you'll often see one or maybe even all of us out and about throughout the Redwood, Renville, Lyon and Yellow Medicine Counties doing just that. Clean streets, happy community.

In this News & Events section, you will see community activities, customer experiences and other relevant information from our team at Sweetman Sanitation.

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Farm Clean-Up

How Do I Clean Up Farm Scrap and Tires in Southwest Minnesota?

Out on the farm, things have a way of piling up. Old machinery parts, worn-out tires, scrap metal, and equipment that has seen better days can take over space fast. If you have been wondering how do I clean up farm scrap and tires in Southwest Minnesota, you are not alone. It is a common […]

Dumpster Rental Southwest Minnesota: Finding the Right Fit

Dumpster Rental Southwest Minnesota: Finding the Right Fit

Whether you are finally clearing out the garage so you can park your vehicle inside, or you’re looking for a permanent garbage service for your rural property, we have options for you. We are proud to provide the most reliable dumpster rental Southwest Minnesota has to offer, including commercial, residential, and rural solutions that meet […]

Southwest Minnesota Waste Disposal Tips: February Edition

February Southwest Minnesota Waste Disposal Tips

February in Southwest Minnesota is that part of winter where the snowbanks are taller than your kids, your driveway has seen better days, and everyone is wondering if spring is a myth. At Sweetman Sanitation, we’re still rolling right along, doing what we do best and asking for just a little teamwork to keep things […]

Redwood Area Chamber Entrepreneur Award Winners

Redwood Area Chamber Star Entrepreneur Award Recognizes Sweetman Sanitation

There are moments in business that make you stop and reflect on how far you have come and who helped you get there. For our family owned and operated company, being honored with the Redwood Area Chamber Star Entrepreneur Award at the 29th Redwood Area Chamber Gala was one of those moments. The Redwood Area […]

Reliable Sanitation Services in Marshall, Redwood Falls, and Nearby Communities

Reliable Sanitation Services in Marshall, Redwood Falls, and Nearby Communities

When you search for sanitation services in southwest Minnesota, you probably just want a company that shows up on time, does the job right, and does not make things complicated. That is where Sweetman Sanitation comes in. We are a locally owned sanitation company serving Marshall, Redwood Falls, Wabasso, and surrounding communities. Our drivers live […]

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More Than Just Trash: A Sweetman Sanitation Year-End Thank You

Another year has flown by faster than our trucks on a busy Monday morning. Before we roll into a new year of routes, coffee, and early alarms, we want to stop for a minute and say something simple: Thank you. We are the ones driving the trucks, rolling carts to the curb, and hauling away […]

Thanksgiving Waste Tips and Tricks

Thanksgiving Waste Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Holiday Clean and Stress-Free

Thanksgiving is one of those days that fills your heart and your plate… and then your garbage can. Between turkey bones, pie pans, and mountains of cardboard from grocery runs, it’s easy to feel buried in the aftermath. That’s where these Thanksgiving waste tips and tricks come in handy. A little planning and smart cleanup […]

The 5R’s

The 5Rs: Repurpose Reduce Refuse Reuse Recycle with Sweetman Sanitation

If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen holding an empty jar and thought, “Should I toss this? Keep it? Turn it into a rocket ship?” Let’s do ourselves a favor and go through the 5Rs: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle.  Repurpose: Give Old Stuff a Glow-Up This is where we shine. Old mattress? To you, […]

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Growing Services for Marshall and Beyond

It’s been a short while since Sweetman Sanitation officially started running Marshall routes, and there’s progress worth sharing. For us, this location isn’t just about adding a shop. It’s about making waste and recycling services in Marshall and the surrounding area more local, more efficient, and more affordable. Smarter Solutions, Local Impact One of the […]

Redwood Falls Mattress Cleanup Day

Redwood Falls Mattress Cleanup Day

At Sweetman Sanitation, we know that getting rid of an old mattress isn’t as simple as setting it out with your weekly garbage. They’re bulky, heavy, and not something you can easily tuck into a cart. That’s why we’re excited to host Redwood Falls Mattress Cleanup Day on October 17, 2025. We are giving our […]

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Sweetman Sanitation Expands with Second Location in Marshall

When we shared the news about purchasing the Marshall operation from Waste Management, we shared it was more than just growth, it was coming full circle. Now that the transition is complete, we’re excited to share what this next chapter means for our customers, our team, and the communities we serve. Why a Second Location […]

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From Curry Sanitation to Sweetman Sanitation in Marshall

Some business stories are more than growth. They’re about roots, family, and coming full circle. That’s exactly what the Marshall location means to Sweetman Sanitation. Early Roots in Waste Management Ray, co-owner and president of Sweetman Sanitation, was only 13 when he got his start with Curry Sanitation. Back then, recycling looked a little different, […]

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