April 22, 2026 E-News

April 22, 2026 E-News

RURAL WATER E-NEWS …………………………….……….….…………………………….  4/22/2026

Residential Cross Connection Surveyor Class ~ May 5, 2026 ~ WRWA Technology Center – 351 Water Way, Plover, WI 54467 ~ Residential Cross Connection Surveyor Class | Wisconsin Rural Water Association

2026 WRWA Golf Outing ~ May 13, 2026 ~ NEW LOCATION ~ Waushara Country Club, 2410 Hillside Street, Wautoma WI 54982 ~  Golf Outing | Wisconsin Rural Water Association

2026 Water Supply Regulatory Affairs Seminar Set for May 6thThe annual Regulatory Affairs seminar is set for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Warner Park in Madison. This year featuring a group discussion on Data Centers – Experiences with Proposed Data Centers. This should be interesting to many that are getting involved with this new phenomenon. See the attachment for registration details.  Wisconsin Section of the American Water Works Association (WIAWWA)

Gov. Evers, DNR Kick Off Earth Week by Sharing Ways Wisconsinites Can Be Good Neighbors and Celebrate Earth Week ~ As he has done every year, Gov. Evers will proclaim April 22, 2026, as Earth Day in Wisconsin, in addition to recognizing Forest Appreciation Week, which runs from April 20 to Arbor Day on April 24. Gov. Evers, DNR Kick Off Earth Week by Sharing Ways Wisconsinites Can Be Good Neighbors and Celebrate Earth Week » Urban Milwaukee

Wisconsin storm damage: Tornado, flood fallout from Friday weather ~ Another round of severe weather on Friday contributed to more damage and flooding in southeast Wisconsin. Wisconsin storm damage: Tornado, flood fallout from Friday weather

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources warns of well contamination during heavy rainfall ~ The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is warning the community that the heavy rain and flooding conditions across the state could contaminate private wells. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources warns of well contamination during heavy rainfall

Sewer backup sparks concerns in Allouez ~ Residents question village infrastructure after 45 homes impacted by sanitary sewer system failure Sewer backup sparks concerns in Allouez

Bloomer Wastewater Utility Seeks User Help Fighting Toxins In System ~ Because of these increased operating costs and because of the high cost of testing the utility is asking users to help identify the source. Bloomer Wastewater Utility Seeks User Help Fighting Toxins In System | Free News & Features | bloomeradvance.com

Kenosha Water Utility: Diluted wastewater discharged into sewer system ~ The Kenosha Water Utility released diluted wastewater into Lake Michigan on Wednesday to prevent residential property damage from flooding. Kenosha Water Utility: Diluted wastewater discharged into sewer system

 Quote ~ “You know what’s the difference between a tornado and a divorce in the South? Nothing. Somebody is losing their trailer, number one.” – Robin Williams