Summer is coming to a close and school is almost back in session. When you look back on this hot summer what memories come to mind: picnics, vacations, sunsets, thunderstorms, fireworks? Well, we'd like to know, so submit a photo that best represents your summer in our Beat the Heat Summer Photo Contest. Be creative! The winner receives a brand new Filtrete Water Station (a $50 … [Read more...] about Beat the Heat with a Filtrete Water Station – Enter Our Summer Photo Contest!
Scientists Discover Water Cloud in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Discussions of black holes in space tend to veer toward science-fiction. Couple that with stories of water on distant planets or moons and you have a tale that many would find hard to believe. However, as National Geographic recently reported, traces of water outside the realm of Earth is now science-fact and evidence suggests that a large mass of water vapor resides in a black … [Read more...] about Scientists Discover Water Cloud in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Fighting the Heat – Chicago Urges Citizens Not to Open Fire Hydrants
You've seen the image before. A hot summer day, everyone sweating, and a fire hydrant is opened up. Water goes everywhere and kids scream in delight. While we all view that as classic summer fun, a recent article in the New York Times suggests that the city of Chicago isn't eager to join in on the fun because opening up a fire hydrant is illegal. And now the city is looking for … [Read more...] about Fighting the Heat – Chicago Urges Citizens Not to Open Fire Hydrants
Through the Drinking Glass: Are You Drinking Too Much Water a Day?
At some point in our lives we've heard that we should drink around six to eight glasses of water a day. It's a recommendation that's rarely challenged and championed by many health advocates. But where exactly do the numbers come from and why? Dr. Margaret McCartney, a general practitioner from Scotland, is challenging the 8-glasses-a-day rule and recently published her … [Read more...] about Through the Drinking Glass: Are You Drinking Too Much Water a Day?
Win a Garden Filter System in Our How Does Your Garden Grow Photo Contest!
Summer is officially in full swing, which means gardens are thriving and vegetables are growing. We're curious to find out how your home gardens are coming along, so we're hosting a How Does Your Garden Grow Photo Contest for one week only. The winner will receive a Rainshow'r Gard'n Gro Garden Filter System (a $50 value). To enter the contest, follow these simple … [Read more...] about Win a Garden Filter System in Our How Does Your Garden Grow Photo Contest!
