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Partnerships for Peace – Dignity for All

International Day of Peace is an observed holiday around the world, established in 1981 by The United Nations General Assembly. The General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. The theme of International Day of Peace 2015 is “Partnerships for Peace-Dignity […]

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Editorial Re-post: What Diseases Can You Get From a Water Fountain?

The misconception of drinking fountains carrying diseases fills individuals with a sense of doubt. Many years ago, individuals begin to develop a lack of trust in drinking fountains regardless if it’s realistic. The New York Times article What Diseases Can You Get From a Water Fountain? addresses the concerns of bacteria that one can (or cannot) come […]

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The University of Nevada, Reno’s (UNR) Water Bottle Ban Initiative

The University of Nevada, Reno began their fall semester with a bang at their Taste of Reno event. The event welcomed new and returning students for the fall semester, with over 80 vendors from around the Reno/Sparks community including our Haws® promoting the Brita®Hydration Station®! Recently, The Associated Students of Nevada (ASUN) President, Caden Fabbi,  announced his concern that the […]

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Take Action: Hunger Action Month!

Each quarter, Haws®Corporation supports a specific charity that is voted on by our employees. Our third quarter sponsored charity is, The Food Bank of Northern Nevada. We volunteer to help feed those who are in need as well as raise awareness and donations. The rewarding volunteer work consists of sorting and repacking food at the Food […]

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5 Tips on How to Conserve Water During a Drought

In recent news of California’s drought, now into the fourth year, conserving water will help with this horrible time “California’s cities and towns would be required to cut their water usage by up to 35% or face steep fines under proposed new rules.” (CBS NEWS) Use reusable water bottles. Not only will this help save a buck or […]

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Editorial: We don’t trust drinking fountains anymore, and that’s bad for our health

The invention of the modern drinking fountain in 1906 by Luther Haws was a significant innovation that improved public spaces dramatically by helping to deliver sanitary drinking water to anyone. Today, the number of public drinking fountains is decreasing, and it is leading to problems. This past month, the Washington Post published an article that […]

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Washington Update: No Fines for ‘Minor’ OSHA Violations?

Here at Haws we believe in safety inside and outside of the workplace. We strive to make sure our employees follow Occupational Safety&Health standards to make for healthy and safe workplace. Recently Safety and Health  released an article titled “Washington Update: No Fines for ‘Minor’ OSHA Violations?” Below you can read the introduction of the article. “Should […]

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Chesco Students Test For Water Taste in National Stem Contest

A team of sixth graders in Chester County is to go up against 19 other teams this month in a national competition that asks students to use science, technology, engineering, and math to solve problems in their communities. The three East Vincent Township students, who studied the quality and taste of their school’s drinking water, […]

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25% of Children Don’t Drink Water Daily

  Researchers at Harvard say most children and teens are at least a bit dehydrated. According to the results of a new study from researchers at Harvard, more than half of the nation’s children and teens are dehydrated. And, shockingly, about 25 percent of kids don’t drink water daily. That’s the key finding of the national […]

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Haws Fountain Parts Used in High Line Park Art Show (NYC)

If you catch the art show in High Line Park you will see this innovative marble fountain sculpture, located in New York City. The marble fountain sculpture, was created by artist Ryan Gander, and has water arching out of the sculpture’s head. And it’s functional –  park visitors are able to drink from this sculpture. Ryan […]

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Bring the 4th of July Fun to Your Home This Year!

Happy Independence day weekend! Celebrate with family, friends, and neighbors in remembrance of the United States of America becoming independent! Do you have set plans for this Fourth of July day weekend? How about trying a few things differently to spark up the night! Want to stay away from the crowd this year? Plan this day surrounded by […]

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Don’t Miss Haws at the 2015 VPPPA Expo!

Haws will be displaying at the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants Association Expo (VPPPA) which attracts some of the most innovative manufacturers of safety, health and environmental products and services. The 31st Annual National VPPPA Safety and Health conference will be held in Dallas, Texas on August 24-27. Come to booth #1010 to learn more about our various product […]