Aquifer Recharge

Betty Osceola Protests State Takeover

December 24, 2020 Advocacy, THREATS, Aquifer Recharge, Federal Government Threats, State Government Threats, Miscellaneous 2 Comments

Little by little the State of Florida is increasing its independence by power grabs such as this. A quick look at the recent history of the state’s protection of its waters and natural resources reveals […]

Anti-pollution Advocates Cheer as Army Corps Reviews Formosa Plastics Permit in Louisiana

November 10, 2020 Aquifer Recharge, Federal Government Solutions, Federal Government Threats, THREATS, Water Quality Threats - Plastics, Volunteering Leave a Comment

No, this article is not about the Santa Fe River, since it takes place in Louisiana. This is a huge step which may or may not hold up and actually stop the Big […]

We can’t afford to lose wetlands

April 21, 2020 Water Quality Threats, Aquifer Recharge, Federal Government Threats, Conservation, State Government Threats, Other Environmental Threats Leave a Comment

The current administration running this country continues to chip away little by little to remove all the protections that we have for our environment. Tallahassee is a miniature copy of Washington, but perhaps exhibiting a […]

What Are Our County’s Wetlands Worth?

February 4, 2018 Environmental Threats, Aquifer Recharge, County Government Threats 1 Comment

* In an ideal world, the water management districts would take charge. But in our world Gov. Rick Scott’s appointment of anti-regulation zealots to their boards renders them useless. Dave Denslow discusses in the Gainesville […]

Victory For The Wetlands And Aquifer!

January 25, 2018 Aquifer Recharge, County Government Solutions Leave a Comment

After six hours of waiting and listening to public comments, the wise leaders of Alachua County voted four to one to an amendment to the county’s Water Quality Code. The amendment was proposed because of […]

SRWMD Valenstein Visits Columbia Co. BOCC

February 6, 2016 Aquifer Recharge, Presentations (speaking, PowerPoint, forums), Volunteering 1 Comment

Tues. Feb. 4 at the board of commissioners in Lake City, the executive director of Suwannee River Water Management District Noah Valenstein appeared and spoke briefly. Newly appointed after Ann Shortelle was moved to the […]

SRWMD, Rayonier Partner On Brooks Sink Aquifer Recharge Project

October 16, 2014 Conservation, Aquifer Recharge, State Government Solutions Leave a Comment

On October 16, 2014 at 02:40PM, Suwannee River Water Management District published the following article: Live Oak, FL, October 16, 2014 – The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) is partnering with Rayonier Operating Company, […]

Our Santa Fe River, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501-(c)(3) organization incorporated in Florida on December 18, 2007. Our organization is composed of concerned citizens working to protect the waters and lands supporting the aquifer, springs and rivers within the watershed of the Santa Fe River by promoting public awareness pertaining to the ecology, quality, and quantity of the waters and lands immediately adjacent to and supporting the Santa Fe River, including its springs and underlying aquifer.

Denitrification Wetlands In Lake City Sprayfield

July 12, 2014 Aquifer Recharge, State Government Solutions, Miscellaneous, Water Quality Threats Leave a Comment

On July 12, 2014 at 09:51PM the following article was published on OSFR’s Facebook Page: Lake City project brings help for Ichetucknee, Santa Fe rivers a step closer By Christopher Curry Staff writer Published: Thursday, […]

Mary Hampton on Endangered Rivers In 2024: “I am pleased that the national reporter, Dinah Voyles Pulver, focuses on the environment, climate, and wild weather. In this…” Apr 19, 15:37
Terry on Thank you to all of our supporters: “Thanks for sharing the beauty of the river.” Mar 11, 12:56
Nunya Bidness on Coca Cola Biggest Plastic Polluter In 2023, Followed By Nestle: “Plastic bottles don’t throw themselves out car windows. Even if we package in aluminum they still get tossed. In my…” Feb 22, 10:33
Mary Hampton on Great News For Florida Wetlands: “A very dear friend of mine sent me a note last night to inform me about this recent ruling that…” Feb 20, 16:54
Mike Roth on Good News From Tallahassee: “Kudos! Job well done by all!” Feb 10, 08:22