New Albany Main Street Partners with Keep Mississippi Beautiful for Great American Clean Up Day
New Albany Main Street, in partnership with Keep Mississippi Beautiful, will host the annual Great American Clean Up Day on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This community-wide effort is part of the national Great American Cleanup movement and is coordinated locally through Keep New Albany Beautiful, an affiliate of Keep Mississippi Beautiful. The initiative focuses on preserving the beauty and vitality of downtown New Albany, Union County and surrounding neighborhoods.
Volunteers will gather at 9:00 a.m. at the Union County Heritage Museum, located at 114 Cleveland Street, where they will receive trash bags, gloves, and assigned cleanup areas. Teams will then disperse throughout downtown streets, parks, public spaces, and key community corridors to remove litter and refresh high-traffic areas.
“This event is about more than simply picking up trash,” organizers said. “It’s about community pride, collaboration, and investing in the place we call home. A clean and welcoming downtown strengthens local businesses, attracts visitors, and enhances the quality of life for everyone in New Albany and Union County.”
As an affiliate of Keep Mississippi Beautiful, Keep New Albany Beautiful works to promote environmental stewardship, litter prevention, and community beautification efforts throughout the area. The Great American Clean Up Day is one of several initiatives that support these goals and encourage local involvement.
Community members of all ages are encouraged to participate, including local businesses, civic groups, students, school organizations, churches, families, and individuals. Volunteers may participate for the full two-hour event or contribute as their schedule allows.
Groups and organizations interested in participating are encouraged to register in advance by emailing visitnewalbany@gmail.com
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For more information about Keep New Albany Beautiful and its programs, visit www.visitnewalbany.com/keepnabeautiful
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To learn more about New Albany Main Street and upcoming events, visit www.newalbanymainstreet.com
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ADOPT-A-STREET PROGRAM IN NEW ALBANY
New Albany’s Adopt-a-Street program offers individuals, businesses, and community organizations the opportunity to make a lasting impact by keeping our streets clean and beautiful. Through this initiative, volunteers help reduce litter and enhance the city's appearance.
Participants commit to:
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Adopting a one-mile segment of street within city limits.
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Removing trash and debris at least four times per year for a minimum two-year period.
The Community Development Office and New Albany Main Street will recognize your group's efforts through social media and website features, highlighting your commitment to maintaining a cleaner, more vibrant community.
New Albany collaborates with Keep Mississippi Beautiful, MDOT, and Keep America Beautiful, ensuring that our efforts align with statewide and national beautification initiatives.
For more information or to check street availability, contact Kenny Stancil or Billye Jean Stroud at the Community Development Office:
📍 135 E. Bankhead Street
📞 662-534-3438
The city has been recognized for its dedication to cleanliness and beautification, earning two prestigious awards from Keep Mississippi Beautiful.
The first honor, the Circle of Excellence Award, was presented to Keep New Albany Beautiful, celebrating the city's commitment to maintaining high standards in environmental care. The second accolade, a Keep Mississippi Beautiful Affiliate Award, placed New Albany at the top in the 5,000 - 15,000 population category, recognizing the efforts of Keep New Albany Main Street and Keep New Albany Beautiful in 2025.
These awards highlight New Albany’s ongoing dedication to preserving its charm and fostering a vibrant community. A well-deserved recognition for a city that takes pride in its beauty! 🌿🏆
