PALATKA, Fla., May 2, 2016 -- The St. Johns River Water Management District joins the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and water professionals across the country this week in recognizing national Drinking Water Week and the vital role water plays in the daily lives and quality of life of Floridians. Drinking Water Week has been celebrated for more than 35 years.

MAITLAND, Fla., May 5, 2016 -- Construction is underway on a project that will help improve water quality in Lake Jesup and Soldiers Creek, two water bodies in Seminole County. The St. Johns River Water Management District contributed $800,000 to Seminole County's Lake Jesup Nutrient Reduction Facility as part of a cost-share program.

MAITLAND, Fla., May 5, 2016 -- The St. Johns River Water Management District is hosting Splash Night on May 12 for students, parents and teachers at RJ Longstreet Elementary School in Volusia County. The event uses interactive activities to teach students about water supply and natural systems with a focus on science, technology, engineering and math learning.

PALATKA, Fla., May 10, 2016 -- A dozen surplus St. Johns River Water Management District vehicles have new homes in Putnam County and the cities of Hawthorne, Palatka and Bunnell.

PALM BAY, Fla., May, 10, 2016 -- The St. Johns River Water Management District's Governing Board today voted to provide an additional $160,185 to the city of Rockledge for the removal of 143 failing septic tanks situated near the Indian River Lagoon.

MAITLAND, Fla., May 10, 2016 -- The St. Johns River Water Management District's Governing Board today approved a resolution proclaiming May 15-21, 2016, as Water Reuse Week. This is in an effort to help promote and encourage efficient use of reclaimed water in the district. Florida remains the national leader in water reuse.

PALATKA, Fla., May 13, 2016 -- The St. Johns River Water Management District, Alachua County and the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA) are holding a training on May 18 for landscapers seeking to be Florida Water StarSM Accredited Professionals (AP).

PALATKA, Fla., May 13, 2016 -- The St. Johns River and Southwest Florida water management districts' Florida Water Star(SM) (FWS) administrators are holding a training on May 24 in Winter Haven for prospective FWS certifiers.

MAITLAND, Fla., May 19, 2016 -- The St. Johns River Water Management District has begun work to repair gates at the Burrell Spillway in Lake County. The spillway structure provides a controlled release of water from the Burrell Lock and Dam into Haynes Creek.

PALATKA, Fla.,May 19, 2016 -- Just in time for the three-day Memorial Day weekend, the St.Johns River Water Management District is formally opening the Silver Springs Forest Conservation Area to the public at a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 27.

PALATKA, Fla., May 20,2016 -- With the start of hurricane season just days away, now is the time to remember Florida is especially vulnerable to flooding, given its location and many waterways. The St. Johns River Water Management District works closely with local governments to develop improved flood management plans through the regulatory process. It also assists communities in developing and implementing mitigation strategies.

PALATKA, Fla., May 26, 2016 -- The St. Johns River Water Management District's website provides easy access to valuable information to assist the public and local governments before, during and after severe storm events.

PALATKA, Fla., May 27, 2016 -- Hikers, bicyclists and horseback riders by the dozen joined the St. Johns River Water Management District today for their first look at the Silver Springs Forest Conservation Area in Marion County during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and official opening of the property.

PALM BAY, Fla., May 31, 2016 -- Homeowners living near the Indian River Lagoon are hooking up to an innovative septic-to-sewer project funded by the St. Johns River Water Management District and the city of Vero Beach that will help improve water quality by reducing nutrients flowing into the lagoon.

PALM BAY, Fla., June 1, 2016 -- A land management update, the Upper St. Johns River Basin project and the Fellsmere Water Management Area Recreation Plan are among the items to be discussed June 9 during the St. Johns River Water Management District's southern recreational area public meeting.