The Republican National Convention kicks off July 18 in Cleveland, the city’s first such event since 1936. That means about 50,000 visitors...
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A Little TLC: The Secret to Leesburg’s Class A Biosolids Program
For years, the town of Leesburg (Virginia) Water Pollution Control Facility land-applied Class B liquid biosolids to neighboring farm fields.“For that particular...
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3-Part Documentary Highlights San Diego's Water History
The San Diego County Water Authority released a new documentary series that highlights the major events in the region’s ongoing quest for safe...
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3 Positively Awesome Public Education Ideas
Wow, I received a lot of great feedback from last month’s blog (How to Get Your Foot in the Classroom Door).I’ve been going...
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Sewer Cum Laude: NEORSD Creates Wastewater University
Educating the public and key stakeholders plays a vital role for any wastewater utility as shared responsibility helps keep a system operating...
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News Briefs: Flint Water Official Says He Raised Red Flag
During a legislative hearing last week, Flint water treatment plant official Mike Glasgow testified he had reservations about the city’s water source...
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So, an Operator Walks into a Tap-Water Bar …
You walk into the trendy space, the vibe of the city humming around you. The bartender strikes up a conversation, so you...
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Worried Customers? Here's How to Discuss Lead Contamination
The systemic lead contamination in the Flint, Michigan, water supply has created a national dialogue about infrastructure and lead service pipes. “Could...
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We Can't Let Flint Contaminate Tap Water's Reputation
My older brother brings an insulated jug of water along when we go fishing. On it he has written “BWIFI” in bold...
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The Nitty-Gritty of Treatment Plant Tours
Touring a water or wastewater plant might not be what you'd consider a “vacation destination.” However, there are plenty of people —...
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Theater Troupes Set Stage for California Drought Discussion
In the shadow of the iconic Hollywood sign, the newest soldiers in the battle against drought in Southern California are not those...
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A Toilet Is Not a Trashcan, Says NACWA
Cynthia Finley grew up with a septic system, so she learned as a child what not to put down a toilet. However, she...
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What Donald Trump Can Teach Water Utilities
No one can really say how long Donald Trump's presidential campaign will last. If you told most veteran journalists or political junkies...
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Milwaukee's Wastewater Plant Is City's Hippest Tourist Attraction
In Milwaukee, you can explore motorcycle history at the Harley-Davidson Museum. And catch a ball game at Miller Park. And then tour...

















