Daily Archives: July 8, 2016

Mulberry’s aging wastewater system needs repairs

MULBERRY – Mulberry is facing an estimated $8 million in repairs to its aging wastewater system to stop stormwater from pouring through its cracks, but that cost isn’t expected to impact customer rates. City Manager Rick Johnson said grant funding should cover the lion’s share of the repairs, and recent efficiency measures have trimmed the…

Sugar industry silent on suggestion of land seizure to save Treasure Coast waters

There was deafening silence from sugar executives Friday in the wake of Sen. Bill Nelson’s suggestion the government seize their land to save Treasure Coast waters from algae blooms that are suffocating sea life and forcing people to wear masks because of the stench. Representatives of Florida Crystals did not respond to emails and calls…