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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.

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
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
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
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
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
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
Our media partners across the state are helping to spread the word about No Trash November! With their help – and our dedicated volunteers in communities throughout the state – we are well on our way to reaching our goal of removing 50,000 pounds of litter from our roadways and waterways! Here are just a […] Read More
Nobody Trashes Tennessee’s statewide initiative engages partners across the state to keep roadways clean and safe Keep Tennessee Beautiful affiliates, TDOT Grantees, Girl Scout and Boy Scout Troops encouraged to host cleanups Link to 2022 No Trash November images: https://spaces.hightail.com/space/AyobqrG6qe NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nov. 1, 2023 – Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee announces its […] Read More
No Trash November is back, and it’s time to roll up our sleeves and participate in cleanups in your area. Help us make a positive impact on our beautiful state of Tennessee. Just like last year, we are launching a month-long statewide activation to clean up Tennessee. Our volunteer groups, who regularly pick up litter […] Read More
Girl Scout troops offered multiple ways to earn Nobody Trashes Tennessee patches including participating in a community cleanup or by completing litter prevention educational resources NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Oct. 19, 2023 – Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee litter prevention campaign is partnering with Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee (GSMIDTN) to offer a new Nobody […] Read More