Cities of Declo and Paul Get Water and Wastewater Study Grants
The communities of Declo and Paul have been awarded grants to study the water and wastewater systems from the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
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City of Rupert Awarded Grant to Improve Water System
The community of Rupert has been awarded a grant from the state to help improve the city water system.
Murtaugh Awarded Grant to Study Water System for Improvements
The Idaho Department of Environmental quality has awarded several communities across the state with grants including the town of Murtaugh.
Toxic Algal Blooms Still Present at Magic and Salmon Falls Reservoirs
Tests at two Magic Valley reservoirs have come back positive for toxic levels of algal blooms that have been present since the summer months.
Reports of Sick Dogs Prompt Test of Ketchum Lakes for Harmful Algae
Local health officials say several dogs became sick recently after playing in two small lakes west of Hailey prompting a test of the water that came back negative for harmful algae.
Idaho DEQ Seeks Comment on Wendell Water Reuse Permit
Public comment is wanted on a permit that allows the city of Wendell to continue to reuse wastewater to irrigate crops during the growing season.
Agal Bloom Advisory Issued for Cedar and Thorn Creek Reservoirs
A health advisory has been issued for two southern Idaho reservoirs for harmful toxin levels caused by algal blooms
Clif Bar Recognized for Environmental Efforts
Clif Bar, which operates a manufacturing facility in Twin Falls, has been recognized by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality as a 2019 Pollution Prevention Champion.
Nitrate Testing Scheduled for Well Owners in Rupert, Burley
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), in partnership with Idaho Rural Water Association, will offer free nitrate screenings for private well owners later this week in Rupert.
Free Water Testing for Well Owners in Lincoln County
Is your well water safe to drink? You can find out at a free testing clinic this Thursday and Friday in Lincoln County.
Well Owner Workshop Planned in Twin Falls
Magic Valley well owners can attend a free workshop that is planned for early April.
DEQ Awards Construction Loan to Magic Valley Business
A Magic Valley business has been awarded a construction loan from the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality.
Get Your Well Water Tested at Upcoming Buhl Health Fair
Private well owners can get their water tested for arsenic and nitrate at the upcoming Buhl Community Health and Information Fair.
DEQ Seeks Members for Wood River Advisory Group
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking four people to serve on the Wood River Watershed Advisory Group.
Comment Period for Shoshone Waste Discharge Permit Extended
The comment period for a proposed waste water discharge permit for the city of Shoshone has been extended into next year
DEQ Seeks Comment on Proposed Discharge Permit for Shoshone
A public comment period has been opened up for a proposed waste treatment plant discharge for the city of Shoshone.
DEQ Recognizes Clif Bar for Pollution Prevention
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality recently recognized Clif Bar for its pollution prevention efforts.
DEQ Seeks Candidates for Lake Walcott Group
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is seeking representatives from a number of industries to serve on the Lake Walcott Watershed Advisory Group.
Air Health Advisory Issued for Magic Valley
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued a special alert for air conditions for several Magic Valley counties as smoke from wild fires makes its way into the area
E. Coli Levels at Lake Lowell Higher in Recent Tests
Idaho health and environmental officials have confirmed elevated E. coli at a popular lake for recreation, hunting and fishing southwest of Nampa