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Yahoo
14-05-2025
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Keep Santa Fe Beautiful releases results of spring clean up event
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – In April, Keep Santa Fe Beautiful hosted its annual spring clean-up event as part of the Great American Cleanup, with city officials saying the results were 'outstanding.' More than 3,200 people took part in the cleanup, collecting and disposing of more than 22 tons of litter. Governor speaks on bringing international businesses to New Mexico The City of Santa Fe also said 15 public schools participated this year, which they say is a great way to educate students and inspire future generations to care for the environment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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Residents help keep Bakersfield beautiful as part of the Great American Cleanup
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Rain or shine, Bakersfield shows up. About 2,000 volunteers came out on Saturday to help beautify the city for the Great American Cleanup — one of the largest community service events in the nation. Volunteers gathered for lunch after spending two hours at about 50 different locations cleaning up the town. 'It is so wonderful to see so many in our community united to Keep Bakersfield Beautiful,' said Bakersfield Mayor Karen Goh. 'We headed out to Stiern Park; it was definitely a lot of trash,' said volunteer Natalie Tarango. 'This is where I grew up. You want to see the parks clean and see them healthy and have kids be able to play in the park and not have to deal with trash in general.' And it helps those who have trouble doing it themselves. 'Fix the Fish' Block Party in downtown Bakersfield aims to repair Trout's sign 'I went to the community garden, it's a lot of fun,' said volunteer Raquel Robledo. 'A lot of elderly do go to the community garden and it's a lot on their back, so it's kinda nice to give out to them.' It's something we in town have always known, but it can never go understated. 'Coming from all parts of our community, coming from all sectors, high schoolers, adults all joining together to Keep Bakersfield Beautiful,' said Mayor Goh. 'We have a fantastic community.' Mira Monte and Bakersfield Christian High Schools were named co-champions for the Mayor's High School Challenge. As winners of the award, both schools will receive $500. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
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Great American Cleanup set for Saturday in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The 22nd annual Great American Cleanup is set to return to Bakersfield on Saturday to 'beautify more than 50 locations' in the city, according to Keep Bakersfield Beautiful. The volunteer work is scheduled for April 26, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. From 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., volunteers will gather at Yokuts Park with Mayor Karen Goh, elected officials, honorees and sponsors to celebrate the day, city officials said. Volunteers can register in-person at the Bakersfield Corporation Yard at 4101 Truxtun Avenue, Building A, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. by Thursday. Great American Cleanup returns to Bakersfield On Saturday, volunteers can register at Yokuts Park from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for supplies and an assignment in the community, according to city officials. People can also register at Garden Pathways behind Memorial Hospital at 625 34th Street, starting at 7 a.m. According to city officials, the ceremony will recognize Keep Bakersfield Beautiful Harvey L. Hall Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award winners, John Enriquez Volunteer of the Year Award winners, Mayor's Great American Cleanup High School Challenge winners and top sponsors. For more information, call 661-326-3539 or email kbb@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
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Volunteers needed for citywide Myrtle Beach litter cleanup on Saturday
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Volunteers are being sought for a citywide litter cleanup event on Saturday in Myrtle Beach. Keep Myrtle Beach Beautiful and the city of Myrtle Beach are conducting the 'Cleanin' for the Season' event from 8 a.m. until noon on Saturday. Volunteers are asked to register online at On Saturday, volunteers can pick up supplies and get assignments between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. at the parking lot of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce at 1200 N. Oak St. Cleanup supplies include bags, gloves and easy-reach grabbers. Volunteers should wear tennis shoes and appropriate clothing for the outdoors. The event is also a kickoff of Keep America Beautiful's annual Great American Cleanup, the nation's largest community improvement program, which takes place annually in about 20,000 communities nationwide. Anyone interested in participating can visit for more information. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
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‘Spring cleaning time!'; Great American Cleanup comes to Norfolk
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Norfolk is getting ready for some spring cleaning with a city-wide cleanup event. The event is a part of the Great American Cleanup, a three-month nationwide initiative in which local volunteers gather to make their communities a cleaner and greener place, a release states. Norfolk's events are organized by Keep Norfolk Beautiful (KNB) as part of the national initiative. Norfolk's Great American Cleanup events are scheduled to be held from March 1 to May 31. KNB will be providing patrons with the necessary safety and cleaning supplies, a release states. Local organizations, businesses and individuals are welcome to participate. KNB also has kickoff cleanup events scheduled for Friday and Saturday. Friday comprises of a community cleanup at Lafayette Park and Saturday is a beach cleanup at Community Beach Park. Both events take place from 10 a.m. to noon. To register for a cleanup, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
