Community members gathered over the weekend to volunteer their time to help clean up the Kentucky River in downtown Frankfort. Organized by local business, Canoe Kentucky, and statewide organization, Kentucky
After a hiatus in 2020, the Kentucky River Authorityâs annual River Sweep is back.
Since 1994, the annual River Sweep has drawn hundreds of families from 20 counties to the banks of the Kentucky River to remove trash and debris. In 2019, more than 700 volunteers pulled about 6,500 pounds of trash from the river, filling nearly 1,000 garbage bags.
This yearâs River Sweep will take place on Aug. 14 in Franklin County; participants will meet at the Frankfort Boat Club. Additionally, volunteers may choose to take part in the River Sweep from Aug. 7-21. People participating Aug. 14 or any time between Aug. 7-21 will be provided with trash bags and T-shirts. For information, email kyshrimperdan2@yahoo.com or call 502-330-4196.