NOLANVILLE, TX — October 14, 2023 — Keep Nolanville Beautiful (KNB), in collaboration with Dos Equis Beer and Keep Texas Beautiful, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of a Nolan Creek Waterway cleanup on October 14 at 9 a.m. A dedicated team of 10 volunteers and two staff members came together for this cleanup that significantly impacted the cleanliness and beauty of Nolan Creek.
The cleanup effort focused on a 1.4-mile section of Nolan Creek, where volunteers diligently worked to rid the area of litter and debris. Together, the 12 volunteers collected an impressive six 40-gallon trash bags filled with cans, bottles, and Styrofoam, significantly improving the environmental quality of the waterway.
This cleanup was made possible through the generous support of Dos Equis Beer and Keep Texas Beautiful, who provided a $ 1,000 grant to fund the project. The grant money was utilized to purchase essential equipment, including eight kayaks, paddles, and life vests, which played a pivotal role in ensuring the success of the cleanup in areas that are commonly not accessible by KNB. This equipment will continue to be utilized for future cleanups, allowing KNB to sustain its efforts in preserving the natural beauty of Nolan Creek.
Nolan Creek holds a special place in the hearts of the local community, serving as a popular destination for recreation both in and around the water. The headwaters of Nolan Creek consist of a series of springs located in the Fort Cavazos area, and it also receives contributions from wastewater treatment plants in Killeen and Harker Heights, enhancing the overall water flow of the stream. Furthermore, Nolan Creek is the primary drainage area for the U.S. 190 corridor, highlighting its ecological significance in our region.
Keep Nolanville Beautiful extends its thanks to all the volunteers, staff, Dos Equis Beer, and Keep Texas Beautiful for their contributions to this cleanup effort. Their dedication and support have impacted our local environment, ensuring that Nolan Creek remains a clean, vibrant, and enjoyable natural resource for generations to come.
For more information about Keep Nolanville Beautiful and its upcoming initiatives, please visit contact Jennifer Shidler, Keep Nolanville Beautiful Coordinator, at 254-698-6335 or via email at jshidler@nolanvilletx.gov
About Keep Nolanville Beautiful
Keep Nolanville Beautiful (KNB) was founded in 2015 as an environmental advocacy and action committee to preserve and improve our community and enhance the quality of life in the City of Nolanville. KNB achieves these goals through educational and hands-on programs emphasizing personal action in land stewardship, beautification, and recycling. KNB has projects such as trash cleanups, tree plantings, recycling, and gardening as opportunities for everyone to make a difference! Find a project that fits you and your family!