In light of the Christmas and New Year holiday season, there will be adjustments to our residential and commercial trash collection schedule, as well as the curbside recycling collection schedule. 

Monday, December 25

• Trash on the blue residential route and our commercial route will be collected Tuesday, December 26 instead of Monday, December 25.
• Collection on the green residential route for the week will be as regularly scheduled. 
• For subscribers to the curbside recycling service, recycling will be collected Saturday, December 23.

Monday, January 1

• Trash on the blue residential route and our commercial route will be collected Tuesday, January 2 instead of Monday, January 1.
• Collection on the green residential route for the week will be as regularly scheduled.
• For subscribers to the curbside recycling service, recycling will be collected Saturday, December 30.

Notes

• The Bulk/Brush Drop-off Yard is closed until April 2024 due to construction in that area. Curbside Bulk/Brush collection is available until April 30, 2024.   
• If needed, there will be additional dumpsters for trash at Town Hall.

All Town administrative offices will be closed Monday, December 25 through Wednesday, December 27 and Monday, January 1.

Toys for Tots, a 70-year national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, provides happiness and hope to disadvantaged children during each Christmas holiday season. The toys, books and other gifts collected and distributed by the Marines offer these children recognition, confidence and a positive memory for a lifetime. It is such experiences that help children become responsible citizens and caring members of their community. 

Help make a difference by making a donation. A collection box is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm in the first floor lobby at our town hall at 5401 South Croatan Highway. We'll be accepting donations through December 18. Thank you!

Did you know that more than 1 in 5 Christmas tree fires were caused by a heat source too close to the tree? 

Follow these safety tips to keep your holidays fire-safe:

• Read manufacturer's instructions for the number of light strands you can connect.
• Make sure your tree is AT LEAST THREE FEET AWAY from heat sources like fireplaces, radiators, and space heaters. 

Join us at Dowdy Park for a magical holiday season, filled with festive cheer and exciting events. From enchanting light displays to heartwarming community gatherings, our lineup promises to make your holidays truly special.

Below is a list of the planned events. For more information on them, visit the Dowdy Park Events webpage.

• Farmer's Markets
  • Saturday, December 9 | 9 am - 12 pm
• Candy Cane Hunt
  • Thursday, December 14 | 4:45 pm
• Decorating Contest
  • Entries must be received by 5 pm Monday, December 18 

The park is located at 3005 South Croatan Highway and parking is available at Nags Head Elementary School.

You'll find many different types of plastic bottles around your home. You’ve perhaps wondered if detergent bottles like this one is recyclable.

Answer: Yes!  Number 1 and 2 plastic bottles are accepted, as long as they are properly rinsed. You can leave the cap on this kind, but no pumps, please.

Thank you for recycling right!

If you don't have time to haul your recyclables to the recycling centers we have at town hall (5401 South Croatan Highway) and our public services facility (2200 Lark Avenue), subscribe to the curbside recycling collection service offered by TFC Recycling. The cost is only $10.33/month thanks to a $5/month subsidy from the Town.