BIG Thoughts
BIG Celebrates Father’s Day
Father’s Day is a great time to remember how BIG began Mike, Cindy, and Blake Brannon created Brannon Industrial Group over 11 years ago. It all started with the need for a metal recycling facility in Brenham. A business began 11 years ago with the idea of taking recycling to the next level, giving area…
Severe Weather Planning
Texans have survived the Great Freeze of 2021, but we are now faced with another menacing foe – Hurricane Season. Each year, Brannon Industrial Group dedicates ourselves to educating and supporting the Gulf Coast states that are impacted by tropical storms. We want you to be prepared for the 2021 Hurricane Season and know that…
Three Tips for Safe Hazardous Waste Disposal
Brannon Industrial Group is committed to safety both at work and at home, and our Director of Safety wants to remind you that proper and safe disposal of household hazardous waste is essential. These chemicals can include cleaners used in the home, pesticides, lawn care products, and pool chemicals. Recently, while accepting a load of…
New Year’s Clean-up Tips
The New Year is almost here. Now what? Now it’s time to clean up! If you are looking for your holiday schedule for waste and recycling pick-up, check out our post with the days for your area. What about the Christmas tree? Residents of Brenham can put the tree out (take off all the ornaments!)…
From the Pitcher’s Mound to Building a Company
What kind of lessons can baseball teach? Blake Brannon, President of BIG, shares the leadership lessons he learned as a professional baseball player. Waste360 40 under 40 winner Blake Brannon
BIG Voted Best of the Brazos Valley for 2020
BVR, a BIG Company, has been chosen for the 10th straight year as Best of the Brazos Valley. Did you know? Brazos Valley Recycling (BVR) is a family-owned state-certified facility that provides our community with waste removal, recycling, disposal, and transportation services. BVR serves businesses, residents, construction sites, and municipalities. BVR helps businesses manage their…
A BIG Congratulations to the Street Party Dress Up Winner!
We want to send a BIG thank you to everyone who participated in the Brenham Street Party Dress Up Contest and helped make it a success! BIG congratulations go to Allison Crowson, who submitted the winning entry for Chauncy Street in Brenham! Her entry wowed the judges with the street’s creativity and fun way…
BIG’s Tips for Safe Grilling
BIG Tips for Safe Grilling Independence Day may be over, but that doesn’t stop us from throwing some burgers on the grill! You may be wondering what to do with that leftover ash from your charcoal. BIG has the answers! The most important thing is safety first. Let that ash cool down. Charcoal burns at…
5 ways to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
Today is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and even though you are stuck at home there are ways to celebrate and learn (and do your own part to help!) Here’s just a few things to do, see, and explore: Tour the country’s national parks – virtually! The National Park Servicehas set up webcams of local…
