The goal of the project is to more rapidly detect SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease, in specific communities by sampling and testing wastewater from sewers and wastewater treatment plants for this virus.

Each year on October 15, Global Handwashing Day advocates for how a simple and inexpensive action – handwashing with soap and water – can stop the spread of colds, flus and other infectious diseases. This year, due to the coronavirus, the international day has taken on new-found prominence.

Government centers, shopping malls, schools, sports arenas and other venues shuttered due to the COVID-19 lockdowns require extra precaution when reopening to protect building water health. 

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its Market Outlook report showing the remodeling industry is largely recovering from its Q1 COVID-19-induced dip. According to the report, the percentage of homeowners actively working on remodeling projects increased significantly, from 19% in Q1 to 36% in Q2.

Jones Stephens is responding to the overwhelming need for Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic by offering prepackaged PPE kits to contractors and other businesses, the company noted.

With much uncertainty concerning COVID-19 and out of safety concerns for members and vendors, the 2021 LPG Annual Meeting and the IMARK Plumbing Annual “Spring” Meeting scheduled for January 27th- February 2nd at the JW Marriot, Marco Island, FL. have been canceled.