RURAL WATER E-NEWS …………………………….……….….……………………………. 10/21/2026
Waterworks Certification Training: Groundwater & Distribution Exam Review ~ November 3, 2026 ~ WRWA Technology Center – 351 Water Way, Plover, WI 54467 ~ (No Continuing Education Credits) Waterworks Certification Training: Groundwater & Distribution Exam Review | Wisconsin Rural Water Association
Study Finds Cannabis Buds Can Remove Up to 100% of Lead and Copper From Contaminated Wastewater ~ Cannabis buds treated with sodium bicarbonate removed 96% to 100% of lead and copper from contaminated wastewater samples in laboratory tests, according to a study published today in the journal Water, Air, & Soil Pollution. Study Finds Cannabis Buds Can Remove Up to 100% of Lead and Copper From Contaminated Wastewater – NewsBreak
Why septic system owners can’t just ‘flush and forget’ ~ Advice from the state program leader for private wastewater treatment Why septic system owners can’t just ‘flush and forget’ – WPR
Gov. Evers, DNR: Announce launch of two new grant programs to ensure safe, clean drinking water statewide ~ Funded by $125 million PFAS Trust Fund unlocked by Gov. Evers earlier this year, new grant programs to help communities sample private wells and public water supplies for PFAS Gov. Evers, DNR: Announce launch of two new grant programs to ensure safe, clean drinking water statewide – WisPolitics
La Crosse water bills rising: What the rate increase means for you ~ La Crosse Water Utility customers are seeing a water rate increase that took effect Oct. 1. La Crosse water bills rising: What the rate increase means for you | La Crosse News | wxow.com
Wisconsin DNR says Enbridge is violating water protection laws ~ The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has issued a “notice of violation (NOV) to Enbridge Energy Company, Inc. for alleged violations in Iron and Ashland counties.” Wisconsin DNR says Enbridge is violating water protection laws | Local & State News | fox21online.com
Officials say Madison’s 2027 stormwater, drainage budget does not meet the needs of flood prevention ~ The city’s complicated flooding issues require millions of dollars not included in the 2027 budget. Officials say Madison’s 2027 stormwater, drainage budget does not meet the needs of flood prevention – The Daily Cardinal
Quote ~ “I saw a rodent dancing to Hall and Oates in the yard…I had to leave. I can’t gopher that.” – Chris Groh to his wife (after coming in from raking leaves for 3 hours)