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The Plain Talk Series - #50

Amber Wilson posted on 8/11/2016 2:31:00 AM
The Plain Talk Series - #50
Today's question: Do I need more water if I'm moving or traveling to a higher altitude?
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The Plain Talk Series - #49

Amber Wilson posted on 7/8/2016 7:16:00 AM
The Plain Talk Series - #49
Today's question: If leaks are such a waste of water, why can't the water utility just fix all of them?
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Virginia's Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day

Amber Wilson posted on 6/17/2016 3:42:00 AM
June 30 is now Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day annually in Virginia.
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The Plain Talk Series - #47

Amber Wilson posted on 5/12/2016 8:22:00 AM
Today's question: How is drinking water on cruise ships treated?
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DrinkTap.org great resource during Drinking Water Week

Amber Wilson posted on 5/5/2016 4:20:00 AM
As Drinking Water Week continues, we encourage you to explore this very site, DrinkTap.org, to learn about your water supply and your local water utility.
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Special events held to celebrate Drinking Water Week

Amber Wilson posted on 5/4/2016 6:09:00 AM
Many water utilities, state agencies, environmental advocates and other interested groups through North America are celebrating Drinking Water Week this week by holding special events.
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Check for lead service lines during Drinking Water Week

Amber Wilson posted on 5/3/2016 2:00:00 AM
As Drinking Water Week rolls on, we are encouraging everyone to check for lead service lines in their homes.
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Drinking Water Week kicks off

Amber Wilson posted on 5/2/2016 6:00:00 AM
This year's theme is "Your Water - To Know It Is To Love It".
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The Plain Talk Series - #46

Amber Wilson posted on 4/8/2016 3:24:00 AM
Today's question: Is bottled water regulated?
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The Plain Talk Series - #45

Amber Wilson posted on 3/11/2016 7:30:00 AM
Today's question: Which uses more water, a bath or a shower?
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Established in 1881, the American Water Works Association is the largest nonprofit, scientific and educational association dedicated to managing and treating water, the world’s most important resource. With approximately 50,000 members, AWWA provides solutions to improve public health, protect the environment, strengthen the economy and enhance our quality of life.

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