KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — For the last four years, TDOT has held a month-long initiative called No Trash November that seeks to keep roads and waterways safe from litter. This year, 2,412 volunteers cleaned 69,776 pounds of litter. Keep Knoxville Beautiful collected the most litter of any Keep Tennessee Beautiful Affiliate during No Trash November, […] Read More
The month-long initiative encouraged all Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities to help keep roadways clean and safe, while also getting rewarded through new Trash Masters Rewards program; Groups throughout the state recognized for removing the most litter in their communities NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Dec. 10, 2024 – Nearly 70,000 pounds of litter […] Read More
Nearly 70,000 pounds of litter was removed from communities throughout Tennessee as part of Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) 4th Annual No Trash November, a month-long initiative to ensure the state’s roadways and waterways are safe from the harmful effects of litter. Spearheaded by TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign, No Trash November brings together Keep […] Read More
On Sat., Nov. 16, Girl Scouts from Troop #1293 picked up litter at Liberty Creek Elementary as part of the 4th annual No Trash November initiative. In addition to the community service project, the Girl Scouts earned the Nobody Trashes Tennessee Trashsquatch patch. From (l-r) front row: Fiona Lewis, Brinley Cantrell, and Harper Daniel. Back […] Read More
Cash Daniels is a treasure to our state, we hope to continue honoring him by doing our own part to keep our natural resources pristine and safe for generations to come. Jimmy Granbery Guest columnist In late August, the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission passed a resolution to recognize and honor Cash Daniels. Known as […] Read More
It’s time for the 4th annual No Trash November, and this year, we’re making history again! All across Tennessee, volunteer groups are coming together to host cleanup events and be part of the solution to end littering before the holiday season begins. Whether you’re part of a group or an individual passionate about a litter-free […] Read More
Did you know there’s a new rewards program in Tennessee? Nobody Trashes Tennessee just launched its new Trash Masters Rewards program and we want you to join! You can earn points for cleaning up litter in Tennessee! By participating in the Nobody Trashes Tennessee Trash Masters Rewards program, not only are you keeping Tennessee clean, […] Read More
Youth groups are cleaning up Tennessee and stepping up in a big way to protect and beautify our environment. From cities to small towns, young leaders are dreaming of change. They are rolling up their sleeves and making a tangible impact through various programs and initiatives. In doing so, these youth groups prove that age […] Read More
Our water quality in Tennessee is threatened each year by millions of pounds of litter and pollutants entering our rivers and lakes. These pollutants enter the water when rainwater flows over impervious surfaces like roads and parking lots. As it flows, it picks up pollutants such as trash, pesticides, and pet waste, carrying them into […] Read More
Discover essential bear safety tips for summer travel in Tennessee. Learn how to stay safe and help preserve Tennessee’s natural beauty! Read More
