Sunset Drive Reopens, County Issues Thanksgiving Trash Pickup Schedule
Autauga County announced on November 10 that Sunset Drive, which had been closed for repairs and maintenance, has reopened to traffic. The county also posted a Thanksgiving week solid waste pickup schedule on November 20, giving residents guidance on service day changes ahead of the holiday.
Autauga County officials reopened Sunset Drive on November 10 after completing repairs and maintenance that had previously closed the roadway. The reopening restores a local traffic artery used by commuters, school routes, and neighborhood residents, and is expected to ease travel and reduce detours that affected daily routines during the closure.
Ten days later, on November 20, the county published its 2025 Thanksgiving week solid waste pickup schedule to alert residents to any changes in Meridian Waste pickup days during the holiday week. With Thanksgiving falling later in the month, the notice aims to help households plan for altered collection days and to avoid missed pickups. The county directed residents to consult the County News and calendar section on the Autauga County official website for full schedule details and holiday collection instructions.
Both notices were posted to the County News section online, where full county notices and specific schedule details are available. For residents, the practical implications are immediate. The reopening of Sunset Drive reduces travel time for those who relied on alternate routes while the road was under repair. It also restores emergency access and service routes that may have been rerouted during the maintenance period, which can be particularly important for timely emergency response and daily services.
The Thanksgiving week pickup notice matters because holiday gatherings typically increase household waste and because schedule changes can cause confusion if not widely communicated. Residents should verify their pickup days on the county website and set out containers according to the revised schedule to avoid missed collections. Those who depend on regular timing for businesses or personal caregiving arrangements will want to note any changes in service.
Local government communication of routine infrastructure and service updates plays a central role in maintaining community continuity, especially around major holidays. By posting the Sunset Drive reopening and the Thanksgiving pickup schedule to the County News page, Autauga County provided the basic information residents need to adjust plans and maintain normal daily life. For full details residents should visit the Autauga County official website County News page.