Volunteers needed for Adopt-A-Highway program in Lewis County

By Brittany Morris, Adopt-A-Highway Statewide Coordinator, Highway Beautification Office, Tennessee Department of Transportation

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 Department of Transportation (TDOT) partners with communities across the state on comprehensive litter prevention programs.

One such program is Adopt-A-Highway. The completely free program has been around...