Hernando County announces holiday closures, transit and trash schedule changes

Hernando County officials announced on December 15 that most county offices and services will be closed on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve observed, Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day, and Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year s Day. The county also said Hernando County Transit Services, known as TheBus, will not provide service on December 24 and December 25.

The advisory highlights that regular county operations will pause on those dates, and that routine services such as trash and recycling collection may be delayed or rescheduled during the holiday period. Residents were asked to consult the county website and county contacts for specific information about which routes or pickup days may be affected, and for updates on service adjustments as the holidays approach.

For Hernando County residents this announcement has several practical effects. People who planned in person business with county offices should reschedule appointments or use online services where available well in advance. Commuters and riders who depend on TheBus should plan alternative transportation for December 24 and December 25, and monitor county channels for any last minute changes. Households with scheduled trash or recycling pickups should expect possible alterations to their usual collection day and prepare waste accordingly until the county posts exact adjustments.

The county release also reminded residents that established county communication channels are the primary source for timely service updates during holiday periods. Those channels typically provide the most current information on schedule changes, emergency contacts and any temporary service arrangements.

With the holiday week approaching, the county s notice is a reminder for residents to verify schedules, confirm appointments, and make contingency plans for travel and waste collection. Planning ahead will help reduce disruption for families, workers and businesses across Hernando County during the seasonal closures.