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		<title>Marion County Wellfield Education Corporation Launches Public Water Protection Campaign on IndyGo Buses</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:22:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Marion County Wellfield Education Corporation (MCWEC) has launched its public education campaign on a new platform—two IndyGo buses—to encourage community involvement in protecting Indianapolis’ groundwater resources and drinking water supply.  MCWEC has contracted Mundell &#38; Associates&#160;environmental&#160;consulting firm&#160;to support program development, including the design and implementation of the IndyGo bus campaign and related outreach materials.&#160; Beginning June 1 and running through [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Earth Day Indiana is back this weekend!</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 16:04:25 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grab your bikes or hop on the bus this weekend to travel eco friendly style to the annual Earth Day Indiana festival. Held each year at Garfield Park, the festival aims to connect Hoosiers and promote environmental protection, conservation of natural resources, ​ ​and sustainable living. There&#8217;s plenty for the entire family to do including [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Don&#8217;t have a green thumb? Plant Native</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 15:53:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Native wildflowers are often known for their beneficial properties for pollinators and wildlife throughout the year. The idea of finding plants not always sold in big box stores may seem daunting, but these plants might be the ones for you! Plus you can help protect drinking water at the same time. What does it mean [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>City of Lawrence Recognized as Bronze Level Clean Community</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:44:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Located in the northeast area of Marion County, Indiana and home to one of the county&#8217;s drinking water protection areas, the city of Lawrence has been recognized by Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) as one of Indiana’s newest Clean Communities. The Clean Community Program is a free and voluntary program aimed at recognizing and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Earth Day Action: Zero Waste Tips</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:33:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wondering what clear and easy changes you can make in your life this Earth Day? The National Groundwater Association offers these 4 tips that tie into BOTH zero waste and protecting groundwater drinking resources! Small steps that have a big impact on our personal lives and the natural resources in our community! And its easy [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Free Private Well Water Testing</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:54:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In Marion County, Indiana, private well owners are eligible for free water testing from both the county health department, and, for a limited time, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management&#8217;s Groundwater Monitoring Network study. Well water testing and annual maintenance are important parts of keeping your private well functioning and safe. If you own a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Save the Date! Indianapolis Colts Electronics Recycling Event</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:54:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Saturday May 16 from 8am - Noon, the Indianapolis Colts, Republic Services, and Technology Recyclers will host a free electronic recycling event for residents and businesses at Lucas Oil Stadium.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Groundwater Guardian Spotlight: Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:27:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In Marion County, Indiana, we have a very active Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) that assists land users in conserving soil, water, and related natural resources. Throughout the year the Marion County SWCD works with neighborhoods and individuals to host project and workshops that improve our water quality. Each county in the state also [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Community Groundwater Survey</title>
		<link>https://mcwec.org/2026/03/community-groundwater-survey/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:57:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Following Groundwater Awareness Week in early March, the National Ground Water Foundation is collecting community feedback about groundwater use and awareness across the nation. This data will help us all to better understand our country’s environmental footprint related to groundwater use, quality, and protection and guide future awareness efforts and areas for improvement. Please take [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>2025 MCWEC Annual Report</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie Reyes]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:16:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[2025 annual report from the Marion County Wellfield Education Corporation on drinking water protection activities throughout the year.]]></description>
		
		
		
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