Sanford’s Christmas wreaths bring new look to old streets

The City of Sanford’s Public Works crews have begun installing decorations in Downtown Sanford and Historic Jonesboro with 139 brand new illuminated Christmas wreaths.

The wreaths will replace the lighted “Nordic Sun” snowflakes first installed in 2016. After 10 years, many of the snowflakes require repair that would exceed the cost of replacement, and many of the broken components are no longer manufactured.

The new wreaths feature warm white LED lights that complement the City’s existing holiday decorations. They will be installed on all poles that previously displayed a snowflake.

Snowflakes that are still in working condition will be offered for sale through GovDeals, an online auction platform where government agencies, educational institutions, and public entities sell surplus, seized, or outdated items directly to the public.

The wreaths and other holiday decorations will stay in place through mid-Jan. 2027.

For more information about the wreaths, contact Ebony McLean, the Public Works Department’s Transportation Administrator, at 919-775-8247.

Find the City of Sanford on GovDeals at www.govdeals.com/sanfordnc.

Nov. 15, 2026

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