Keep Pearland Beautiful, located at 5800 Magnolia Parkway, Pearland, in April was rated as a gold star affiliate by Keep Texas Beautiful, a nonprofit organization.

To achieve gold star status, organizations must meet criteria, including answering questions about their economic development, and diversity and inclusion practices. Keep Texas Beautiful will formally recognize gold star communities in June during its 55th annual conference. 281-489-2795. www.pearlandrecycles.com