The Safe Drinking Water Act has been successful in protecting America’s drinking water supply, but challenges such as enforcement issues and new pollutants have led to ongoing problems in water quality, with under-resourced communities being disproportionately affected.
Dear EarthTalk: If we’ve had the Safe Drinking Water Act in effect for 50 years already, why are so many municipalities having problems providing safe drinking water? – Mary Ford
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Plainfield Spring cleanups scheduled
The Village of Plainfield and Waste Management will be sponsoring Spring Cleanup for Village residents during the week of April 7, 2025, where residents can place household refuse, bulk items, and white goods at the curb on their regular pickup day.
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“We Can Be Heroes” Live Radio Theatre by WriteOn Joliet
Ten members of WriteOn Joliet will perform original radio-style stories and poems about heroism at the Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre on April 25 and 26, with admission being $5.
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Groundbreaking law signed to protect nursing home residents’ rights
Governor JB Pritzker signed a law strengthening the rights and protections of Illinois nursing home residents who speak up about problems, empowering them to seek statutory damages for suffering illegal retaliation.
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City of Joliet Releases Guidelines for Community Development Block Grant Funds
The City of Joliet is accepting applications for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant funds, which will be used to fund projects located in low- to moderate-income areas or serving low- to moderate-income households.
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Spring Adoption: Reduced fees all April & Special Saturday Hours at JTAC
Joliet Township Animal Control is offering discounted pet adoptions and extended hours throughout April to help more animals find loving homes.
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Black Press and Black Church Unity Targeting TARGET
The Black Press and the Black Church have been fighting for justice, equality, and empowerment for over 198 years, and are now demanding respect and an equitable business relationship with Target and corporate America.
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March Into Spring by Preparing for Success
Senator Patrick Joyce encourages residents to file their 2025 Illinois taxes using the free Direct File service, explore career opportunities, and plan for summer vacations by visiting the Illinois Department of Revenue and Illinois Student Assistance Commission websites.
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Romeoville to host Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall
The Village of Romeoville will be hosting the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall from August 21-24, and the public is invited to view the wall in the football field parking lot between Village Hall and the Recreation Center.
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Turkey Meatballs with Spinach and Feta Cheese Recipe
To make meatballs, combine ground turkey, feta cheese, bread crumbs, egg, parsley, salt, basil and pepper, then bake on a wire rack for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°.
