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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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Reuse, Recycle, Repeat: Simple Tips for Recycling to Maximize Your Impact
Did you know the average American generates about 4.5 pounds of trash daily? Multiply that by the population of Tennessee, and it adds up to a staggering amount of waste. Worst of all, much of it ends up in landfills when a significant portion could have been recycled.  Plastic, aluminum, and glass take centuries to […] Read More
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The Psychology of Littering: Understanding the Why Behind the Mess and How to Stop It
Have you ever seen someone toss trash out their car window and thought, “Seriously?” Turns out, there’s science behind the madness. Let’s break down the psychology of litter and learn how we can help stop the cycle. The Trashy Truth – Why People Litter (Even When They Know Better) Litter is everywhere. Along Tennessee’s roadways, […] Read More
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Unicoi cleanup teams set new records
The town of Unicoi’s litter cleanup brought out many families in support of the third annual No Trash November. “This is the largest and most diverse group of volunteers Keeping the Valley Beautiful has seen at any scheduled litter cleanup,” said Karen Dunlap, president of Keeping the Valley Beautiful. “Our goal is to inspire and […] Read More
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Protect Tennessee Wildlife and Keep the Winter Blues Away
Image By Vecstock Around this time of year, Tennessee is enveloped in a magical winter wonderland. But as the holiday season approaches, this can also mean winter blues for many. According to the National Institute of Health, many people may feel sad as the days get shorter, taking away the good cheer that season is […] Read More
Image of Vol Athletes Participate in TDOT’s 3rd Annual No Trash November Campaign
Vol Athletes Participate in TDOT’s 3rd Annual No Trash November Campaign
University of Tennessee Athletics teamed up with Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee and Keep Knoxville Beautiful on Nov. 29 as part of No Trash November, a month-long statewide initiative encouraging Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities, and the student-athletes will be doing their part to help wrap-up the month by cleaning up around the campus. Read […] Read More
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Volunteers spiff up City By The Lake – Main Street Media of Tennessee
After a cold start, the skies cleared and temperatures warmed for the fall 2023 Hendersonville “No Litter November” trash cleanup day held on Saturday, Nov. 11. The event was sponsored by Beautiful Hendersonville, with support from the Cumberland River Compact. Read the full article as published in Hendersonville Standard Read More