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Keep Arkansas Beautiful sees another successful year
LITTLE ROCK, La. (KNOE) – Arkansas saw another year of commitment to the beauty and protection of the state as every county registered cleanups during Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission’s cleanup challenge in 2023.
The Great Arkansas Cleanup Challenge had thousands of Arkansans volunteer to clean up litter in every county between Sept. 1, 2023, through Oct. 31, 2023. According to KAB, 120 tons of litter was removed from Arkansas roads, waterways, and acres of parks and public areas.
“The success of the 2023 Great Arkansas Cleanup is a testament to the pride and dedication of volunteers across our state,” said Robyn Taylor, volunteer program manager at KAB. “These results display what collective responsibility can accomplish and should inspire us all to foster a continued sense of ownership in preserving the beauty of Arkansas.”
Along with picking up litter, volunteers also planted 426 tress and 142 plants, shrubs. flowers and bulbs.
“We’re immensely proud of the incredible dedication shown by Arkansans during this year’s Great Arkansas Cleanup,” said Colbie Jones, director of KAB. “This year’s results underscore the passion and commitment of our communities toward preserving the natural beauty of our state. The collaborative effort and enthusiasm displayed by volunteers reflect our shared commitment to a cleaner, more beautiful Arkansas.”
KAB says they encourage Arkansans to continue working toward a more beautiful Arkansas in 2024. To learn more about the organization and its upcoming cleanup initiatives, visit keeparkansasbeautiful.com.
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LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — Set for Saturday, July 18, Dino Fest is bringing prehistoric fun to Arkansas with interactive experiences, lifelike dinosaurs, and even some real reptiles.
Jurassic J. and Connor Hesington stopped by to share what attendees can expect.
Temperatures will climb to the upper 90s today and heat index values will get close to 105° this afternoon. There are heat advisories today for part of west and southwest Arkansas.
Today will bring a slight chance of showers or thunderstorms late in the day in Central Arkansas.
Friday will also bring a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms with very hot weather.
Rain chances increase and temperatures drop this weekend when a cold front moves through Arkansas.
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