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EPA awards $14.8 million loan to Palmdale Water District

Palmdale Water District secures EPA loan for a drought-resistant water project using recycled water and innovative technology.

WaterSmart Innovations conference to address water challenges

WaterSmart Innovations conference to address water challenges with new technologies and strategies in Las Vegas in September.

Utah secures $7.2 million for dam upgrades

Utah receives $7.2 million in federal funding to upgrade its aging and high-hazard dams, prioritizing safety and responsible water management.

Farmers Surprised: Judge blocks groundwater restrictions

Kings County judge grants temporary relief to farmers from state-imposed groundwater pumping restrictions in Tulare Lake subbasin.

Historic settlement reached with the Yavapai-Apache Nation

If passed, bipartisan bill secures Yavapai-Apache Nation water rights, funds infrastructure, and protects Verde River.

Zebra mussel larvae found in Colorado River

Characterized as devastating, Zebra mussel larvae have been found in Colorado River and canal, prompting rapid response from Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

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