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Keep Cherokee Beautiful recognized for 61 miles adopted and volunteer work; annual events announced
Summary
Keep Cherokee Beautiful reported 61 miles adopted across Cherokee County and more than 44,000 volunteer hours in 2025; the group honored an Adopt A Mile Group of the Year and Volunteer of the Year (Megan Topper) and announced upcoming recycling and Christmas tree chipping events.
Keep Cherokee Beautiful presented its 2025 annual report to the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 18 and recognized volunteers and partner organizations for litter removal, recycling and beautification work.
Presenters said the Adopt A Mile program covers 61 miles in unincorporated areas and municipalities (including Canton, Holly Springs and Ball Ground) and involves 43 unique Adopt A Mile partners. They reported more than 44,000 volunteer hours in 2025 and over 15,000 pounds of litter removed from county roads this year. The group listed support for electronics recycling, a Christmas‑tree chipping program and partnerships with schools and civic groups.
Mark Retouris from Keep Cherokee Beautiful presented awards to the Adopt A Mile Group of the Year (Universal Ally/Altoona Warriors noted in the presentation) and Volunteer of the Year, Megan Topper, who was recognized for decades of service organizing litter pickups and student volunteer efforts. The commission and presenters invited attendees to a reception following the meeting.
Commissioners thanked the volunteers and encouraged residents to participate in upcoming collection events.
No formal action was required; the presentation served as recognition and community outreach.
