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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 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 impacts our marine life and can be extremely damaging. 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