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Image of 46,067 Pounds of Litter Removed from Tennessee Roadways During No Trash November
46,067 Pounds of Litter Removed from Tennessee Roadways During No Trash November
TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee initiative more than doubled 20,000-pound goal; more than 1,000 volunteers participated in 56 cleanups Volunteers from across the state participate in No Trash November cleanups.Link to […] Read More
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How to Organize a Litter Cleanup in Your Community
It’s easy to organize a litter clean up in your community.  There are so many ways that Tennessee citizens can help make a difference in reducing the amount of litter […] Read More
Image of Blackman High School Wins Beautification Donation as Part of No Trash November
Blackman High School Wins Beautification Donation as Part of No Trash November
Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s litter prevention campaign managed by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), teamed up with Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) for the No Trash November […] Read More
Image of 46,067 Pounds of Litter Removed from Tennessee Roadways During No Trash November
46,067 Pounds of Litter Removed from Tennessee Roadways During No Trash November
TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee initiative more than doubled 20,000-pound goal; more than 1,000 volunteers participated in 56 cleanups Volunteers from across the state participate in No Trash November cleanups.Link to […] Read More
Image of You Can Help Reduce Litter from Holiday Celebrations This Year
You Can Help Reduce Litter from Holiday Celebrations This Year
You may not realize it, but your holiday celebration this year might be creating more litter than you think. The good news is there are many ways you can reduce […] Read More
Image of During No Trash November 46,067 pounds of litter was removed from Tennessee Roadways
During No Trash November 46,067 pounds of litter was removed from Tennessee Roadways
More than 1,000 volunteers across the state joined forces last month to remove 46,067 pounds of litter in their communities as part of the first-ever No Trash November. Read the […] Read More
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Meet Grumpy Food Container
He never expected to be a piece of talking trash, much less be on a show with Red Plastic Cup.  Grumpy Food Container is the smartest guy on the set […] Read More
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Let’s Get Personal About Litter
Everyone in America Should Live in a Beautiful Community. That’s the theme of the Keep America Beautiful 2020 National Litter Study released earlier this year.  The study found that there […] Read More
Image of TSU Athletics, Nobody Trashes Tennessee kickoff No Trash November
TSU Athletics, Nobody Trashes Tennessee kickoff No Trash November
Student-athletes, coaches and staff participate in Nov. 5 cleanup along Ed Temple Blvd. NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nov. 3, 2021 – Tennessee State University (TSU) Athletics is teaming up with Tennessee […] Read More
Image of TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee Launches Statewide Cleanup Effort
TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee Launches Statewide Cleanup Effort
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee announces No Trash November, a month-long statewide initiative encouraging Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities. “As we approach […] Read More
Image of No Trash November initiative aims to remove 20,000 pounds of litter from state’s roadways
No Trash November initiative aims to remove 20,000 pounds of litter from state’s roadways
TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee launches statewide cleanup in partnership with Keep Tennessee Beautiful affiliates and Adopt-A-Highway groups NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nov. 1, 2021 – Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody […] Read More
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5 Ways to Get Involved With No Trash November
  • October 18th, 2021
We are ready for No Trash November, a month-long statewide activation to clean up Tennessee and everyone is invited! We are rallying all the volunteer groups who regularly help pick […] Read More
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TDOT observes October as Adopt-A-Highway month
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by observing October as Adopt-A-Highway month. The completely free program offers individuals, community groups and civic organizations a means to clean up their communities and receive roadside recognition. Read More
Image of TDOT observes October as Adopt-A-Highway month
TDOT observes October as Adopt-A-Highway month
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by observing October as Adopt-A-Highway month. The completely free program offers individuals, community groups, and civic organizations a means to clean up their communities and receive roadside recognition. Read More
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Roadway Litter Ends Up in the Water
Here’s what we know and what you can do about it. It might seem obvious that litter on the roadways ends up in our waterways, but when you break down […] Read More
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Keep the Tennessee River Watershed Beautiful Month
The 652-mile Tennessee River has long defined our communities. It serves as a vital source of drinking water and electricity for many Tennesseans and generates much of our local economy through transportation of goods and tourism opportunities. Read More
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How To Help End Litter In Tennessee
You obviously care about the environment and want to help keep Tennessee beautiful. There are three easy steps to getting involved in the Nobody Trashes Tennessee Movement: 1. DON’T LITTER […] Read More
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Everyone can fight littering with Nobody Trashes Tennessee
Article by TDOT Commissioner Clay Bright Tennessee’s transportation system is recognized as one of the best in the nation. In July, CNBC’s annual study, “America’s Top States for Business,” ranked the state […] Read More
Image of Williamson Home Page: TDOT launches next phase of ‘Nobody Trashes Tennessee’ litter prevention campaign
Williamson Home Page: TDOT launches next phase of ‘Nobody Trashes Tennessee’ litter prevention campaign
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
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Cannon Courier: TDOT Launches Next Phase Of Nobody Trashes Tennessee
Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT), the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
Image of WIVK: Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign Moving into Phase Two
WIVK: Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign Moving into Phase Two
The Tennessee Department of Transportation continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
Image of Main Street Nashville: TDOT launches next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign
Main Street Nashville: TDOT launches next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign
The Tennessee Department of Transportation continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
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Clarksville Online: Tennessee Department of Transportation begins Next Phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT), the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
Image of WATE: Tennessee launches ‘Talking Trash’ series as part of anti-littering campaign
WATE: Tennessee launches ‘Talking Trash’ series as part of anti-littering campaign
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — In 2020, the Tennessee Department of Transportation and their community partners removed 21 million pounds of litter from roadways and cleaned up 4,023 illegal roadside dumps across the state. To help end littering, TDOT began the Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign. Read More
Image of WVLT: TDOT moves forward with ‘Nobody Trashes Tennessee’ program
WVLT: TDOT moves forward with ‘Nobody Trashes Tennessee’ program
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The Tennessee Department of Transportation launched their newest phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign Tuesday. Read More
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WRCBtv: TDOT launches next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign
The next phase of the campaign includes expanded statewide public education initiatives and additional resources and support for TDOT’s 95 county partners. The litter on Tennessee’s 96,167 miles of public roads – 4,022 of which are classified as scenic – impacts public safety, takes away from the state’s natural beauty, and is an enormous financial and environmental burden to the state, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. Read More
Image of TDOT Launches Next Phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee
TDOT Launches Next Phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT), the state’s official […] Read More
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Who Is Red Plastic Cup?
Wondering about the new campaign spokesperson for Nobody Trashes Tennessee? Here’s a little background on Red Plastic Cup and why he’s here. He was thrown from a car as if […] Read More
Image of The Mountain Press: TDOT Launches Next Phase Of Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign
The Mountain Press: TDOT Launches Next Phase Of Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign
NASHVILLE — Tennessee Department of Transportation continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
Image of The Pulse: TDOT Launches Next Phase Of Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign
The Pulse: TDOT Launches Next Phase Of Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign
The Tennessee Department of Transportation continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
Image of SuperTalk WFHG: “Talking Trash” series spreads litter prevention awareness
SuperTalk WFHG: “Talking Trash” series spreads litter prevention awareness
The Tennessee Department of Transportation continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter in the state. The department launched the next phase of their Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign, which features fun new characters to help spread awareness. Read More
Image of UCBJ: TDOT launches next phase of ‘Nobody Trashes Tennessee’ campaign
UCBJ: TDOT launches next phase of ‘Nobody Trashes Tennessee’ campaign
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT), the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
Image of The Knoxville Focus: Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host East Knoxville Community Cleanup
The Knoxville Focus: Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host East Knoxville Community Cleanup
Keep Knoxville Beautiful (KKB) will be hosting their first annual East Knoxville Community Cleanup on Saturday, September 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will kick off at Eternal Life Harvest Center East, 2410 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Knoxville, TN, 37915. Read More
Image of Knox News: Clayton launches Clayton Impact Program, empowering 20,000+ team members to volunteer
Knox News: Clayton launches Clayton Impact Program, empowering 20,000+ team members to volunteer
MARYVILLE, Tenn., July 27, 2021 – Clayton, a national home builder of off-site and on-site built homes, has launched Clayton Impact, an innovative paid volunteer program available to all company team members, including full-time and part-time employees. This new volunteer program will help Clayton fulfil its vision to develop housing innovations that improve lives and build a better tomorrow by empowering team members to volunteer for meaningful causes in communities across the U.S. Read More
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Everything You Need to Know about Nobody Trashes Tennessee
Nobody Trashes Tennessee is the State of Tennessee’s litter prevention campaign, managed by the Tennessee Department of Transportation. NTT was developed by TDOT to educate Tennesseans about the state’s litter […] Read More
Image of Times News: Trash Barrel Paint-In returns at Allandale
Times News: Trash Barrel Paint-In returns at Allandale
Keep Knoxville Beautiful (KKB) will be hosting their first annual East Knoxville Community Cleanup on Saturday, September 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will kick off at Eternal Life Harvest Center East, 2410 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Knoxville, TN, 37915. Read More
Image of Main Street Nashville: Nashville Sounds to begin 6-game homestand against Louisville Bats
Main Street Nashville: Nashville Sounds to begin 6-game homestand against Louisville Bats
The Nashville Sounds Baseball Club returns home to First Horizon Park on Tuesday, July 13 to host the Louisville Bats, the Triple-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, for a six-game homestand presented by Nobody Trashes Tennessee. It is the final time the Bats will visit First Horizon Park in 2021. Read More
Image of Clarksville Online: Nashville Sounds return to First Horizon Park for Six-Game Homestand, July 13th
Clarksville Online: Nashville Sounds return to First Horizon Park for Six-Game Homestand, July 13th
Nashville, TN – The Nashville Sounds Baseball Club returns home to First Horizon Park on Tuesday, July 13th. 2021 to host the Louisville Bats. The Bats are the Triple-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, for a six-game homestand presented by Nobody Trashes Tennessee. Read More
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TN to Embark on Litter Pollution Study
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Plastic bottles and cans line many of the state’s roadways and rivers, and now the state is conducting a large research study to pinpoint the sources and composition of litter, its financial and environmental costs, and the effectiveness of existing efforts to clean it up. Read More
Image of Tennessee Aquarium Partners with TDOT for New Exhibits on Earth Day
Tennessee Aquarium Partners with TDOT for New Exhibits on Earth Day
Thursday is the 51st anniversary of Earth Day! The Tennessee Aquarium is partnering with TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign. This campaign will highlight the impact of road litter and micro […] Read More
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Let’s keep Nashville clean; litter is a liability
Metro Council Member Joy Styles represents District 32 and is a current street adopter through the Metro Beautification & Environment Commission’s Adopt-A-Street Program. For more information on drop-off convenience centers […] Read More
Image of Memphis Athletics, Nobody Trashes Tennessee team up for Blue & Gray Cleanup Day
Memphis Athletics, Nobody Trashes Tennessee team up for Blue & Gray Cleanup Day
By WMC Action News 5 Staff | April 22, 2021 at 3:57 PM CDT – Updated April 22 at 3:57 PM MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Memphis Athletics, Nobody Trashes Tennessee and […] Read More
Image of Tigers spend Earth Day Picking Up Litter
Tigers spend Earth Day Picking Up Litter
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — At any given moment there are about 100 million pieces of litter on Tennessee roadways. “We don’t want to see our city trashed, we want to […] Read More
Image of TDOT Launches First “Clean Out Your Car Week”
TDOT Launches First “Clean Out Your Car Week”
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation will take its Nobody Trashes Tennessee litter prevention message on the road prior to the Thanksgiving holiday and in advance of the […] Read More
Image of TDOT Launches New Litter Prevention Campaign: Nobody Trashes Tennessee
TDOT Launches New Litter Prevention Campaign: Nobody Trashes Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation today launched a new litter prevention campaign to help keep trash off Tennessee roadways. The “Nobody Trashes Tennessee” campaign will soon be […] Read More