AUSTIN   — During the winter, utility companies like Texas Water Utilities have a process called “winter wastewater averaging,” which is a process that allows them to calculate the amount of water waste in a household. That, in turn, determines the annual wastewater charges for that household. Accor...

AUSTIN   — During the winter, utility companies like Texas Water Utilities have a process called “winter wastewater averaging,” which is a process that allows them to calculate the amount of water waste in a household. That, in turn, determines the annual wastewater charges for that household. Accor...

As Texas tries to recover from the drought and enters cooler months, extreme winter weather events are probable. Some Texas cities are expected to receive their first freeze this month and more cool fronts are on the way. Water expands when it freezes, which puts tremendous pressure on pipes and can...

KYLE — Texas Water Utilities will continue its partnership with the Kyle Police Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to provide a medication disposal site on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Kyle residents and neighbors are invited to attend from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. o...

Hays County — In a growing area like Hays County, protecting water is of the utmost importance. Ahead of World Water Day, Texas Water Utilities (TWU) is sharing ways it and the community can protect precious resources. World Water Day is a United Nations day of observation recognized annually on Mar...

By Megan Wehring HAYS COUNTY – Concerns about how to stay warm and protect homes against harsh winter conditions were at an all-time high during the Christmas holiday season. Texas Water Utilities, the state’s branch of SouthWest Water Company, shared with its customers some preventive tips on how t...

By Brittany Anderson HAYS COUNTY — As Hays County continues to grow and the need for water increases, residents and various authorities are looking towards future water sources and infrastructure in order to plan for this demand.   Companies like Texas Water Utilities (TWU) and agencies like the Tex...

Courtesy of Texas Water Utilities Earth Day (April 22) is a good time to think about ways to protect one of our planet's most valuable resources: water. The best way to make sure there is enough water for future generations is to curb consumption where possible. Many people don't think about how muc...