A Landfill Created A Pumpkin Patch As A Way To Give Back To The Community

Fall is in full force and Halloween is quickly approaching, so it's time to pick out some pumpkins. Rather than go to the typical patch, why not choose a pumpkin from somewhere unexpected? A landfill in Wendell may be just the place for you.

Meridian Waste, the new owner of Shotwell C&D Landfill, has created a charity pumpkin patch as an introduction to the local community. In addition to the pumpkin patch, attendees can also find fun fall activities like painting, tic-tac-toe, and hayride tours of the landfill. All proceeds will go toward local non-profits like The Bailey and Sarah Williamson Farm & Nature Preserve and the Good Hope Baptist Church.

"We are committed to being good neighbors and stewards of the environment," said Josh Daher, Meridian Waste North Carolina Area president. "We are in the business of a clean and healthy environment, and the Charity Pumpkin Patch is our way of opening up our facility to the surrounding community to introduce Meridian Waste to the community and support wonderful causes while enjoying the changing seasons."

The pumpkin patch will be open throughout October on Saturdays from. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the landfill at 4724 Smithfield Road. More information can be found here.

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