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MDOT receives State Agency Partnership Award from Keep America Beautiful

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2 years ago

March 17, 2023

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Keep Mississippi Beautiful were awarded a 2022 State Agency Partnership Award during the Keep America Beautiful National Conference.

State Departments of Transportation, Environmental Quality, and other state agencies across the nation gathered for the three-day event held in Washington, D.C., on February 20-23.

MDOT was one of only 16 state agencies to be honored with the award for the state’s work in its Trash Bash partnership with Keep Mississippi Beautiful.

The series of annual clean-up events make a large impact statewide by not only drawing a large number of volunteers but also removing a large amount of litter and debris from state highways.

“I’m very proud to see MDOT’s efforts in litter prevention recognized and our litter prevention coordinators commended on a job well done,” Brad White, MDOT’s Executive Director, said. “Litter is a big, expensive problem in our state. Everyone can help…

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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: MDOT receives State Agency Partnership Award from Keep America Beautiful
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/mdot-receives-state-agency-partnership-award-from-keep-america-beautiful/
Published Date: Fri, 17 Mar 2023 15:25:57 +0000

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-02-18 05:00:00

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: February 14-16

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February 14, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-02-14 08:42:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (February 14-16) in Mississippi offers a variety of events for relaxation and fun. Highlights include the HBCU Love Valentine’s Day Celebration and S.T.E.M. crafts in Jackson, a Valentine’s dinner concert in Ellisville, and multiple activities at the Dixie National Rodeo. Vicksburg features mythical vow renewals officiated by an Elvis impersonator, a Civil War Gun & Relic Show, and the Laces for Love 5k. In the Pine Belt, enjoy a candle-making session and a Galentine’s Day brunch at the Hattiesburg Zoo. There are also art exhibitions and workshops across various cities, ensuring a memorable weekend.

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