RURAL WATER E-NEWS …………………………….……….….……………………………. 12/17/2025
Waterworks Operations: Iron & Manganese Removal Exam Review ~ January 5, 2026 ~ On-line via Microsoft Teams, (3 Waterworks Credits) Waterworks Operations: Iron & Manganese Removal Exam Review (3 Waterworks Credits) | Wisconsin Rural Water Association
The Wisconsin DNR has posted exam dates for January 2026. Exams | | Wisconsin DNR WRWA is here to help you prepare. Join us for our January exam review sessions. Events Calendar | Wisconsin Rural Water Association Be sure to mail your exam application at least one month before your scheduled exam date. Seats fill quickly, so submit your application as early as possible.
Wisconsin moves to require lead pipes replaced by 2037 – Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs Wisconsin moves to require lead pipes replaced by 2037 – WPR
Wisconsin’s cuts to environmental funding were among nation’s highest, report says – Report finds state funding for DNR has dropped 29 percent since 2010 when accounting for inflation Wisconsin’s cuts to environmental funding were among nation’s highest, report says – WPR
Deerfield plans wastewater plant upgrades – The village’s wastewater treatment facility located on Industrial Park Road was originally constructed in 1982 and saw some upgrades in 2001. Deerfield plans wastewater plant upgrades | News | hngnews.com
Pump demolition, new installation approved – Wastewater was a hot topic in Tuesday’s Public Works Commission meeting, leading to two approvals starting with a work order for new primary sludge pumps. Pump demolition, new installation approved | Local News | wdtimes.com
George Meyer, former Wisconsin DNR secretary, has died – For 50 years, Meyer influenced conservation at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources George Meyer, former Wisconsin DNR secretary, has died – WPR
Christmas Countdown, Christmas tree puns: Why are Christmas trees bad at sewing? They keep losing their needles. What do you call a Christmas tree that can sing? A Spruce Springsteen! How do Christmas trees get online? They log in!