Laurens and Clinton Cities Adjust Holiday Garbage Collection

News Summary

As the holiday season kicks off, Laurens and Clinton officials have announced changes to garbage collection schedules. Residents are encouraged to note the new pick-up days for Christmas and New Year weeks to ensure timely disposal of waste. The adjustments aim to accommodate festive celebrations while maintaining efficient waste management. Don’t forget to check the revised schedules to avoid any confusion during this busy time!

Laurens and Clinton Cities Revise Garbage Collection for the Holidays

As the holiday season approaches, residents of Laurens and Clinton should be aware of some changes to their usual garbage collection schedules. With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, local city officials have announced adjustments to ensure that your trash goes out on time, even amid the festivities!

Christmas Week in Laurens

For those celebrating Christmas in Laurens, it’s important to note that the schedule will see a few shifts. Residents can expect to see their garbage picked up as follows:

• Monday, December 23: All routes for Monday and Tuesday will be picked up on this day.
• Tuesday, December 24: Looks like it’s a double duty day, as collections for Wednesday and Thursday will also happen on this day.

So remember, if you usually take out your trash on Tuesday or Wednesday, plan to do it a day earlier! The city is working hard to keep everything running smoothly and ensure that no trash is left behind while everyone enjoys their holiday.

New Year Week in Laurens

As we welcome in the New Year, the schedule remains fairly straightforward! Residents in Laurens can continue to expect the following:

• Monday, December 30 and Tuesday, December 31: These routes will stay the same as usual.
• Wednesday, January 1: Forget about your usual pick-up, as this schedule has shifted to Thursday, January 2.
• Thursday, January 2: There will be collections for both Thursday and Friday on this day.

Clinton’s Christmas Week Schedule

Meanwhile, in Clinton, things are looking a bit different for the Christmas week. Here’s what residents need to look out for:

• No collections on December 24 and 25: That’s right, no trash to the curb on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day!
• Monday, December 23: Collections will carry on as usual.
• Thursday, December 26: All routes from Tuesday (the 24th) and Wednesday (the 25th) will be picked up on this day instead.
• Friday, December 27: Expect collections for Thursday and Friday to take place on this day.

New Year Week in Clinton

And if you’re in Clinton, here’s how the New Year week is shaping up:

• Monday, December 30 and Tuesday, December 31: Nothing changes here; these routes will remain the same.
• Wednesday, January 1: Collection will not happen until Thursday, January 2.
• Friday, January 3: Expect pick-ups for both Thursday and Friday.

Weather to Accompany the Changes

Just a little reminder while you get ready for those shifts—check out the weather! The update states abundant sunshine is in the forecast, with highs hitting a pleasant 46°F and lows around 27°F. Gentle northeast winds blowing at 5 to 10 mph will make for a lovely holiday season!

This update was brought to your attention on December 23, 2024, so make sure you’re set for a clean and tidy holiday season as you celebrate with friends and family. Keep those garbage cans handy and enjoy the festivities!

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• Laurens and Clinton Garbage Collection Schedule Update
• Wikipedia: Garbage Collection
• Nordson Industrial Coating Systems Announcement
• Google Search: Laurens County news
• Laurens County Arrest Report – October 24