Coming soon to a wall near you...

We recently created this poster to remind everyone that what goes in our storm drains ends up in our river.

Watch what you put in those storm drains!

We are so proud to share our newest PSA with all of you. Thanks again to Bart Mills for reprising his role!

Storm Drain PSA

Click below to play the new radio Public Service Announcement. We're proud to have this airing on radio stations around the area!

The Dead Zone

There has been a great deal in the news lately about "Dead Zones" in bodies of water. It is something that hits close to home with a large area in Lake Erie that suffers from annual oxygen depletion.

Read more about this phenomenon here and learn what we can do about it.

Watch a video from Kent State about what causes Dead Zones and what their university is doing to research the issue.

And for teachers, here is a lesson plan addressing the problem.

New "This Is My River" PSA

Yes, that the Lima News' own Bart Mills in this Public Service Announcement!

We really appreciate his help in filming this on a cold day last November.

Radio PSA

Click below to play the new radio PSA. We're proud to have this airing on radio stations around the area!

Ten Things You Can Do To Prevent Stormwater Pollution

• Use fertilizers sparingly, preventing overspray onto hard surfaces
• Protect storm drains and never dump anything down them
• Vegetate bare spots in your yard
• Compost your yard waste
• Use pesticides as a last resort; learn about Integrated Pest Management practices
• Direct downspouts away from paved surfaces
• Wash your car on the lawn instead of pavement
• Keep your car free of leaks and recycle used motor oil
• Pick up after your pet
• Have your septic tank pumped and system inspected regularly