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Students Lead the Fight Against Litter | Birmingham News
Litter Quitters Committee’s latest campaign targets teens—aged 18-35, the biggest litterers—before habits set in. Students create 60-second anti-litter PSAs, learn the real impact of trash, and compete for cash prizes based on likes. Jefferson County is split into three zones, with winners in each plus a special award for best message and tech. Student-led PSAs aim to inspire action, and while litter collection has slightly improved over nine years, there’s still work to do. Remember: trash doesn’t vanish—it pollutes waterways, costs communities, and hurts property values. Think twice before…
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