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Staff report

Bladen County officials have announced the closure of the Swap Shop facilities at local solid waste convenience sites, effective January 1, 2025. This change aims to address the management of solid waste while providing alternative solutions for residents seeking outlets for used items.

Residents are encouraged to utilize the following resources:

• Bladen Crisis Assistance:

109 M.L.K Drive, Elizabethtown, NC 28337

Phone: (910) 879-1033

• Bladen County Helping Hands:

207 S. Poplar Street, Elizabethtown, NC 28337

Phone: (910) 872-0072

Additionally, residents are advised to contact local churches that may assist in redistributing or repurposing items no longer in use.

This update was shared via email by Maria C. Edwards, Clerk to the Board and Assistant to the County Manager. The County of Bladen encourages the community to spread awareness of these upcoming changes to ensure a smooth transition.

For further inquiries, the County of Bladen’s administrative office can be reached at:

201 East King Street, Elizabethtown, NC 28337

Phone: (910) 862-6702

Residents are encouraged to explore the listed resources and coordinate with local organizations to continue supporting recycling and reuse efforts in the community.