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An Editorial of The Lowndes Signal

The first Monday of September marked the official observance of Labor Day, a national holiday focused on celebrating the contributions of workers to America. Originating as an emphasis on better working conditions for laborers, the holiday still fulfills that aim today when businesses close their doors to observe the day.

All over social media, local businesses announced they would be closed for Monday, Sept. 2 to observe Labor Day.

Lowndes County Schools’ Superintendent Samita Jeter posted on social media to remind students and families there would be no school Monday. City and County offices were closed too, and posted signs letting citizens know it would be business as usual on Tuesday morning.

The Butler County Sheriff’s Office, Greenville and Georgiana city administrative offices, as well as local shops like Sweet Heart Alabama were closed Monday. Greenville garbage customers across the city were notified a week ahead that Monday and Tuesday pickups would take place on Tuesday.

In Crenshaw County, the Alabama Department of Public Health site office announced its closure for the holiday, as did Tater’s Restaurant. The Luverne Library was also closed, to give workers and patrons time to enjoy the holiday.

In our busy, modern world, citizens might find business and municipal office closures frustrating because planned activities must wait until Tuesday. But the observance is an important way to say, “Thank you!” to the workers who give of themselves to keep operations running smoothly throughout the year.

We encourage citizens to take time out every day to thank workers for their efforts. Whether you are shopping, banking, dining out or laboring alongside someone, remember to say, “Thank you for what you do.”