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Learn about recent developments in Nobody Trashes Tennessee’s mission to end littering through our newsroom. While Tennessee has beautiful scenery, roadside litter remains a challenge. Stay informed about our litter-prevention campaigns and the steps Nobody Trashes Tennessee is taking to protect Tennessee’s natural beauty through the following articles.

Image of Trash Talk: The Friendly Competition That’s Cleaning Up Tennessee
Trash Talk: The Friendly Competition That’s Cleaning Up Tennessee
This November marks the 5th anniversary of No Trash November, and we’re calling on volunteers, communities, schools, businesses, and organizations across the state to step up, show out, take pride and keep Tennessee beautiful. No Trash November encourages everyone to take action and pride in their surroundings. Whether you’ve participated in this initiative every year […] Read More
Image of Trash Talk: The Friendly Competition That’s Cleaning Up Tennessee
Trash Talk: The Friendly Competition That’s Cleaning Up Tennessee
This November marks the 5th anniversary of No Trash November, and we’re calling on volunteers, communities, schools, businesses, and organizations across the state to step up, show out, take pride and keep Tennessee beautiful. No Trash November encourages everyone to take action and pride in their surroundings. Whether you’ve participated in this initiative every year […] Read More
Image of 5 Common Myths About the Impact of Litter – and the Truth Tennesseans Need To Know
5 Common Myths About the Impact of Litter – and the Truth Tennesseans Need To Know
We’ve all heard the most common Tennessee tall tales: Elvis sightings at truck stops and whispers of Bigfoot in the Smokies (though let’s be honest, that might’ve just been Trashquatch). But the most damaging myths aren’t hiding in the woods; they’re scattered along our roadsides. Some of us have unknowingly shared the myths about litter. […] Read More
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Uncovering the Truth About Illegal Dumping in Tennessee
Abandoned appliances on back roads. Tires tossed into ditches. Construction debris piled on vacant lots. Illegal dumping is far more than a minor eyesore. The unauthorized disposal of large items like appliances, construction debris, and tires across Tennessee is a major issue for our state. It represents a significant environmental, public health, and economic challenge […] Read More
Image of After the Storm: What Ends Up in Tennessee Waterways
After the Storm: What Ends Up in Tennessee Waterways
A passing storm might wash away the dust and heat, but it often leaves behind something far more damaging: litter in the waterways of Tennessee. In Tennessee, where streams, rivers, and lakes wind through nearly every town and county, the connection between land and water is strong, and so is the impact of storm runoff. […] Read More