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Local Water Utilities Anticipate Higher Rates Due to New EPA Rule

May 18, 2023 Reynolds Water 0

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently proposed a new rule that limits the amount of PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” in drinking water. PFAS are correlated to cancer, high cholesterol, birth defects, infertility, weakened childhood immunity, endocrine disruption, weight gain, and more. These man-made chemicals are found in 99.9 percent of the population’s blood. … Read more

PFAS to be Regulated in U.S. Drinking Water

April 18, 2023 Reynolds Water 0

For the first time, the United States government will regulate PFAS (Perfluoroaklyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) in the nation’s drinking water. PFAS do not break down under typical environmental conditions due to their tight chemical bond structure, which is why they are also dubbed “Forever chemicals.” It is suspected that these man-made chemicals can remain in… Read more

Jackson to Share Water with Napoleon Township Thanks to $5M Grant 

March 15, 2023 Reynolds Water 0

The city of Jackson will now share its water with over 6,800 Napoleon Township residents thanks to a $5 million federal grant from the Consolidated Appropriations Act.  Due to limitations and environmental concerns about its own water system, the township inquired into this partnership, according to Jackson Spokesman Aaron Dimick. The new 16-inch water main… Read more

Water Softener Basics

February 20, 2023 Reynolds Water 0

A water softener is an appliance specifically made for ridding calcium and magnesium from water. All water is not the same, and it’s dubbed as “hard” when it has high amounts of magnesium and calcium.  Conversely, “soft” water does not have these minerals, or they are barely detectable. Lakes and streams naturally have soft water.… Read more

Michigan Creek Alarmingly Bright Green

December 20, 2022 Reynolds Water 0

Residents came across an alarming sight on December 12th. Plaster Creek was bright green near Cease E. Chaves Avenue, which borders Grand Rapids and Wyoming. Photos were taken by Steven Littell, and alerted authorities. By the time the city of Grand Rapids got there on Monday, they had said the green color was gone. Various… Read more

Six Ways to Clean Wastewater

November 16, 2022 Reynolds Water 0

Wastewater treatment is an imperative part of our lives; however, many people do not fully comprehend the process. There are several different options for creating clean water, which we will delve into in this article.  Advanced Oxidation TreatmentThis environmentally friendly chemical process utilizes oxygen and some hydrogen peroxide to purify water by removing organic compounds.… Read more

29 Michigan Water Systems Awarded Protection Grants

October 19, 2022 Reynolds Water 0

Fresh, clean water is something many Michiganders might take for granted. Over 10 million people throughout the state rely on clean drinking water through the Great Lakes, so protecting it is crucial to ensure safe, healthy water is available for future generations.  The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) recently granted more… Read more

Flint Water Still Tainted with Toxic Lead

September 15, 2022 Reynolds Water 0

Just as we thought it was over, the Flint lead water crisis continues. During testing over the first half of this year, the level of lead in the city’s tap water has increased. State environmental officials attribute the spike to additional testing of businesses known to have lead in their service lines.  The Michigan Department… Read more

Toxic Chemical Spill in the Huron River

August 5, 2022 Reynolds Water 0

As of August 2nd, the State of Michigan is advising people to avoid the Huron River downstream of the city of Wixom. Chemicals from Tribar Technologies, an auto supply factory manufacturing chrome plating, were accidentally released into the sewer system, which discharges into the Huron River. The release of several thousand gallons of Hexavalent chromium,… Read more

All About Rust in Water

July 25, 2022 Reynolds Water 0

What is rust? Is drinking rusty water dangerous? What does rust in your water mean? How do you treat rust in water? Read on to discover the answers to these questions and much more.  The most telltale sign of rust in your water supply is when appliances such as dishwashers become dirty more quickly, laundry… Read more