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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
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Adopt-A-Highway Groups Help End Littering in Tennessee
Every day, people across Tennessee make a difference with one shared goal: to keep our roadways clean, safe, and beautiful. Among these everyday environmental heroes are TDOT’s Adopt-A-Highway groups, a dedicated network of volunteers committed to litter prevention and community pride. Who Are Adopt-A-Highway Groups? Adopt-A-Highway groups are made up of volunteers from neighborhoods, workplaces, […] Read More
Image of How to Properly Dispose of Your Tires in Tennessee: Keeping Our Roads and Waterways Clean
How to Properly Dispose of Your Tires in Tennessee: Keeping Our Roads and Waterways Clean
Tires are a real problem when they’ve been abandoned along roadways or, even worse, when they’ve been dumped illegally. Tires often litter Tennessee roadways, and we want to help you understand how to dispose of them properly in the state. The Keep America Beautiful (KAB) 2020 National Litter Study identified that tires and tire treads […] Read More
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Volunteers needed for Adopt-A-Highway program in 32 counties
All Tennesseans play a role in keeping our state clean and safe Preventing and reducing litter not only helps protect the scenic beauty of Tennessee, but it also helps protects wildlife and water quality and helps maintain healthy and vibrant communities. As part of its mission to keep our roadways safe and clean, the Tennessee […] Read More
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Meet the New Characters in Talking Trash: The Movie
It’s an exciting new season for Talking Trash! With the first season of “Talking Trash: The Show” in the can, it’s time to introduce some new characters to help educate Tennesseans about how litter affects our state. Our new cast is sure to entertain while simultaneously annoying Red Plastic Cup and convincing everyone to join […] Read More