Saturday, September 13th, 30 groups from five counties coordinated together to clean up junk along a 75 mile stretch of the White River. Aiding in the coordination were the Friends of White River and the Upper White River Watershed Alliance.

Along with all the organizing efforts, and the actual cleanup itself, they acheived a lot more by increasing public awareness with four articles in the Indianapolis Star, including one on the front page. As more newspapers increase their web presence, don’t forget “community” sections whether hard copy or internet to heighten awareness of your group and its efforts.

Articles appeared September 6, September 9, September 12 and a wrapup on September 14.