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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.

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Boy Scouts of America partners with Nobody Trashes Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – April 2, 2024 – Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT) litter prevention campaign has once again expanded its youth group partnerships. All six Boy Scouts of America councils serving Tennessee have joined with Nobody Trashes Tennessee to offer scouts the opportunity to earn a Nobody Trashes Tennessee patch. Boy Scouts of […] Read More
Image of From Rivers to Lakes – How Your Litter Impacts Our Marine Life
From Rivers to Lakes – How Your Litter Impacts Our Marine Life
Each year, millions of pounds of litter end up in Tennessee waterways: from our rivers to our majestic lakes. Not only does all this trash take away from the beauty of Tennessee’s natural landscape, but litter can also be extremely damaging to our marine life. Trash can be swept away from roadways, our scenic byways […] Read More
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5 Eco-Friendly Travel Tips to Help Keep Tennessee Litter-Free
Each year, millions of people explore Tennessee’s iconic landmarks, like the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Graceland and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, travelers can contribute to the litter problem by thoughtlessly discarding their trash instead of disposing of it properly. This widespread litter not only poses a danger to wildlife and pollutes […] Read More
Image of University of Memphis Athletes, TDOT Team Up to Clean Parts of Memphis
University of Memphis Athletes, TDOT Team Up to Clean Parts of Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Some University of Memphis athletes teamed up with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Wednesday to beautify the UofM campus and surrounding areas.TDOT’s “Nobody Trashes Tennessee” campaign is a part of the state’s litter division. According to officials, the state spends $23 million a year on picking up litter. University of […] Read More
Image of Memphis Athletics and Nobody Trashes Tennessee Team Up for Blue & Gray Cleanup Day
Memphis Athletics and Nobody Trashes Tennessee Team Up for Blue & Gray Cleanup Day
Approximately 100 student-athletes to volunteer on April 19 MEMPHIS, Tenn. – April 17, 2023 – Memphis Athletics and the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee litter prevention campaign are joining forces for the annual Blue & Gray Cleanup Day. Held on April 19 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., the community cleanup includes coaches, […] Read More