VIDEO: What’s happening under Public Square in Cleveland?

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• July 29th, 2015
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Behind the concrete barriers and orange construction fencing at the corner of Superior and Ontario, there is an overwhelming amount of activity taking place to renovate Public Square. Cleveland.com showcased aerial images of the site’s progress in a recent story as crews rush to take advantage of good weather...

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WATCH: Here’s what a 260-foot crane ride looks like.

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• June 25th, 2015
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When you talk about underground work, “heights” are not something that comes to mind. But to get into and out of our Tunnel Dewatering Pump Station project in Bratenahl, workers need to take this crane ride that may leave some of you catching your breath.

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VIDEO: What causes that wonderful after-the-rain smell? Slow-mo video reveals secrets.

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• April 7th, 2015
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That familiar scent has a name: Petrichor. But since being named in a 1964 report, the actual cause of the after-the-storm “earthy fragrance” had been little more than theory. That changed in January when MIT researchers captured a specific raindrop phenomena on video. Scientists observed raindrops trapping tiny air...

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NEWS: What is water worth? “Business case” goes well beyond dollar signs / #CleanWater2015

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• March 31st, 2015
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One can not solve the world’s water problems in an hour. But Edwin Pinero used his hour to highlight five components of real solutions to the world’s biggest water challenges. Pinero kicked off The City Club of Cleveland‘s 2015 Year of Clean Water speaker series, and he was a...

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WATCH: More than words, Christen captures our love for clean water perfectly. #LoveCleanWater

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• February 12th, 2015
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Related stories: VALENTINES: Print and send your own #LoveCleanWater valentines READ: Read our love letter to water PICS: I found love at a wastewater treatment plant WATCH: Catch all of our one-minute-or-less Quick Clips

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GATOR: February 9 was Alligators in the Sewers Day. We did not know this.

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• February 10th, 2015
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Chickasaw, formerly known as Jenni, rescued from Big Creek by our crews in 2012. Photo by George Uhl. Blogosphere, we have let you down. Apparently, February 9 was Alligators in the Sewers Day and we had no idea. For this, we’re sorry. The declaration was made five years ago...

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WATCH: Here’s what 62 years of development looks like in 45 seconds

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• February 5th, 2015
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Development affects landscapes and how water interacts with the natural environment. In this series of aerial images from the Cleveland Metroparks and the West Creek Conservancy, you can see how urban development has reduced the amount of green space across the West Creek Watershed since 1951. Increasing hard surfaces...

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#SewerBowl: Who did our K9 Storm pick to win this year’s Super Bowl?

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• January 30th, 2015
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Our K9 Storm makes his Super Bowl XLIX prediction: Pats or Seahawks? It’s our latest #SewerBowl promotion. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook all weekend long leading up to and during the big game for the latest water and sewer stats about the Super Bowl. RELATED STORIES: EVENTS:...

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VIDEO: “It’s the neighborhood I was born and raised in.”

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• January 5th, 2015
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The Good Neighbor Program is all about connections, and Anthony takes them very seriously. The Good Neighbor Program and its ambassadors serve residents in communities affected by our large construction projects by providing employment opportunities and serving as a liaison between customers and project leaders. In this brief clip,...

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VIDEO: Sing along with the #12clogs of Christmas

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• December 9th, 2014
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Sinks, toilets, and drains in general tend to get a little extra work during the holidays, especially if you’re hosting house guests. That’s why we created our #12clogs of Christmas infographic last year, and now have put it to song, to help you remember what to keep out of...

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