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Check and fix leaks during Drinking Water Week

Amber Wilson posted on 5/10/2017 2:08:00 AM

Today we are encouraging people to check and fix leaks inside and outside the home to prevent water waste.

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Get the lead out during Drinking Water Week

Amber Wilson posted on 5/9/2017 2:57:00 AM

Today we are encouraging people to look for and replace lead-based water pipes and plumbing in their homes.

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Happy Drinking Water Week!

Amber Wilson posted on 5/8/2017 2:00:00 AM

We are kicking off Drinking Water Week today with the theme “Your Water – To Know It Is To Love It”.

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The Plain Talk Series - #58

Amber Wilson posted on 4/13/2017 4:14:00 AM

Today’s question: Is water that meets government drinking water standards absolutely safe?

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The Plain Talk Series - #57

Amber Wilson posted on 3/17/2017 4:12:00 AM

Today’s question: Do oil spills pollute drinking water sources?

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The Plain Talk Series - #56

Amber Wilson posted on 2/17/2017 3:49:00 AM

Today's question: Is distilled water the "perfect" drinking water?

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Winner of Drinking Water Week's artwork contest

Amber Wilson posted on 2/10/2017 4:05:00 AM

Congrats to the winner of AWWA's Drinking Water Week artwork contest - Ama Mensah-Boone from Durham, North Carolina.

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The Plain Talk Series - #55

Amber Wilson posted on 1/20/2017 3:53:00 AM

Today's question: Is urban runoff treated before being discharged into drinking water sources?

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The Plain Talk Series - #54

Amber Wilson posted on 12/19/2016 2:45:00 AM

Today's question: What would happen if somebody intentionally put a dangerous chemical in our water?

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Happy anniversary to the Safe Drinking Water Act

Amber Wilson posted on 12/15/2016 2:03:00 AM

December 16 marks the 42nd anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act.

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