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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 Litter by the Numbers: 8 Facts About Litter You Haven’t Heard Yet
Litter by the Numbers: 8 Facts About Litter You Haven’t Heard Yet
  • January 27th, 2026
Litter is something we all notice. From roadsides to parking lots, streams and parks, it’s easy to spot and hard to ignore. What is often overlooked is how preventable it is. In many cases, one or two small behavior changes can prevent litter from reaching the ground. When individual choices are paired with community effort, […] Read More
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Don’t Trash Your Resolutions: 5 Ways to Be Less Wasteful This Year
  • December 17th, 2025
As we enter 2026, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the small changes that make a big difference. Litter is one of the most pressing issues facing our state, but the good news is this: tiny shifts in our everyday habits can collectively create a major impact on our roadways, waterways, and communities. If […] Read More
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‘Tis the Season: Why Litter Increases in Winter
When winter weather arrives in Tennessee, most of us focus on staying warm, drivingsafely, and perhaps enjoying a rare snowfall. But beneath the snow and ice, there’sanother story unfolding, and it helps explain why litter increases in winter. Snow hides it. Ice freezes it in place. When snow falls, it acts like a blanket, covering […] Read More
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5th Annual No Trash November Sets 75,000-Pound Cleanup Goal
Governor Lee Proclaims November as No Trash November in the State of Tennessee NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee litter prevention campaign announces its 5th Annual No Trash November. The month-long statewide initiative has set a goal to remove 75,000 pounds of litter from Tennessee’s roadways and waterways, encouraging Tennesseans to join or host […] Read More
Image of TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign Launches New Scout Patch in Advance of No Trash November
TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee Campaign Launches New Scout Patch in Advance of No Trash November
The 3rd patch in the series, “Rocco the Raccoon,” debuts just in time for the 5th Annual No Trash November initiative NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT) litter prevention campaign is rolling out the third patch in its scouting and youth patch series. Launched in 2023, the Patch Program […] Read More
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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 86,064 pounds of litter removed during TDOT’s 3rd Annual No Trash November
86,064 pounds of litter removed during TDOT’s 3rd Annual No Trash November
Initiative exceeded goal by more than 36,000 pounds 2,201 volunteers from 37 counties participated in 154 cleanups across the state NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Dec. 12, 2023 – More than 86,000 pounds of litter was removed from communities throughout Tennessee as part of the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) 3rd Annual No Trash November, a month-long initiative […] 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