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Happy anniversary to the Clean Water Act

Amber Wilson posted on 10/10/2016 2:39:00 AM

October 18 marks the 44th anniversary of the Clean Water Act.

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The Plain Talk Series - #51

Amber Wilson posted on 10/3/2016 2:17:00 AM

The Plain Talk Series - #51

Today's question: What information should I look for in the water quality report from my supplier?

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National Coffee Day!

Amber Wilson posted on 9/26/2016 2:39:00 AM

September 29 is National Coffee Day.

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Tomorrow is "Imagine a Day Without Water"

Amber Wilson posted on 9/13/2016 6:50:00 AM

Tomorrow is "Imagine a Day Without Water"

Tomorrow, September 15, marks the second annual “Imagine a Day Without Water”.

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It's National Preparedness Month

Amber Wilson posted on 9/8/2016 7:38:00 AM

National Preparedness Month is a time to concentrate on preparing yourself and your family in case of a disaster or emergency.

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It's World Water Week

Amber Wilson posted on 9/2/2016 2:04:00 AM

World Water Week is an annual conference in Stockholm, Sweden that brings people engaged in water issues together.

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Underneath New York City's streets

Amber Wilson posted on 8/23/2016 4:56:00 AM

In a fascinating New York Times article, the detailed work that goes into maintaining New York City's underground infrastructure for electricity, telecommunications, drinking water, steam, natural gas and wastewater is described.

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It's still National Water Quality Month

Amber Wilson posted on 8/19/2016 5:05:00 AM

Just a reminder that it's still National Water Quality Month.

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Why the pools turned green at the Rio Olympics

Amber Wilson posted on 8/15/2016 4:07:00 AM

If you've been paying attention to the summer Olympics currently being held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you know there has been some recent hoopla over the water in two swimming pools turning green.

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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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