Reason for tailgating trash decline unclear

Was it the extra trash bags, port-a-potties and cleaning crew that made this weekend's trash buildup considerably less than before?

Or could it be the torrential downpours plaguing Athens on game day?

We're not sure, but we'll find out next weekend when LSU comes to campus and the skies are clear.

Click here to read another follow up to The Red & Black's coverage of the University's tailgate trash.

*Media credit: Wes Blankenship

Trash Talk: Plans in place to clean up gameday

The administration announced its plans to help curb gameday trash this weekend, but several student groups are also planning on lending a hand in the cleanup efforts.

Click here to find out what to expect for the University's second home football game weekend.

UNDER ARREST: Adams adddresses 70 tons of tailgate trash

As reported by The Red & Black on Wednesday, there were 70 tons of trash left last weekend by tailgaters for the football season's home opener.

In University of Georgia President Michael Adams' monthly cabinet meeting and media briefing Thursday, Adams said he was appalled at the amount of trash left on North Campus after the game. He said he wants students, faculty, alumni and fans to ban together to help eliminate the problem on campus.

Click here to read more on what Adams and others had to say about the trash from the weekend.