What we’re asking WaterOne board candidates

The Post is sending this three-item questionnaire to candidates running for the WaterOne utility board. We will publish candidates’ responses the week of Oct. 20, before early voting begins. Here’s what we’re asking candidates: Background: Readers want to know something of your background. Briefly explain your education and employment history and how those experiences qualify […]

Solvay to stop making TFA

Solvay is to cease production of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA)-related organics by early 2026 at its site in Bad Wimpfen, Germany. It will also phase out production of some inorganics, including hydrogen fluoride, there by the end of 2026. This is all part of wider measures to position Bad Wimpfen as a global hub for its […]

Sunbury Municipal Authority begins discussing removal of fluoride in water system

SUNBURY — Officials within the Sunbury Municipal Authority are seeking public input over the next month regarding fluoride in the municipal water system. Authority General Manager Derrick Backer said the board is beginning to discuss the possibility of removing fluoride from the system. According to a public notice published in The Daily Item on Sept. […]

Twentynine Palms Water District meeting agenda for 9/24

The Twentynine Palms Water District will hold two meetings on Wednesday, September 24th. The first meeting will start at 3:45 p.m. and will focus on the Twentynine Palms Water District Financing Corporation’s election of Officers, namely President, Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer. The Statement of Investments and Activities is next, followed by a discussion on […]

Haley calls for more police; council backs anti-fluoride bill

Council voted 5-1, with one abstention, to support Ohio House Bill 182, a measure that would prevent public water systems from adding fluoride. Introduced in March by Rep. Levi Dean (R-Xenia), the bill would prohibit Ohio public water systems from adding fluoride. Supporters say the measure protects residents from being medicated without their consent. Health […]

CPUC hosts two public input sessions for Oroville’s fluoride removal proposal on Tuesday

Two public input sessions are scheduled for Tuesday, September 23 in Oroville to discuss the city’s request to remove fluoride from the city’s water supply. PREVIOUS COVERAGE | Oroville’s plan to remove fluoride from water delayed; more public meetings scheduled The Oroville City Council voted to remove fluoride over a year ago and held several […]

No fluoride added to Bloomington water: Utilities director to tell public, board of health when levels are restored

Bloomington’s drinking water has been without the recommended level of fluoride since late 2019, and city officials say it will be at least next year before the situation is resolved. But when fluoride levels are restored, the public will be notified. That was the message delivered to Monroe County’s board of health at its regular […]

Gates County Board Discusses Groundwater Fluoride Issues and Future Water Quality Goals

The special meeting of the Gates County Board of Commissioners convened on September 17, 2025, to address critical issues surrounding the county’s water system, particularly concerning fluoride levels. The meeting began with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by an introduction from County Manager Sauer, who highlighted the importance of the discussions for […]

Evergreen Metro water has been fluoride-free since June

While its leaders had earlier this year said they may reconsider their decision, the Evergreen Metro District ran out of fluoride on May 31 and will not continue adding it to the area’s water. Their choice disappoints local dentists, the Colorado Dental Association and at least one area resident. “I’m a pro-fluoride dentist,” said Dr. […]