All Police Jury Departments to Close June 19 To Observe Juneteenth
In observance of Juneteenth, all departments under the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Normal operations will resume on Friday, June 20.
Trash & Garbage Pickup Stays on Schedule
Waste Management customers will still receive service on their regular schedule. If you need updates or have any questions, visit wm.com/alerts or call 337-436-7229.
Solid Waste Centers Will Be Open
The Residential Solid Waste Convenience Centers in Lake Charles and Sulphur will remain open on June 19. For hours and details, visit pickitupcalcasieu.com.
What Is The Juneteenth Holiday All About?
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates June 19, 1865—the day enslaved African Americans in Texas were finally told they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.
It’s a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice, observed across the U.S. with gatherings, parades, storytelling, music, and community reflection.
Let this day remind us all that freedom is worth honoring—not just with a day off, but with renewed understanding and unity.
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