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See what's new at the Loxahatchee River. Please visit this section for updated news, water quality reports, wildlife studies and more.

Experience the Wild Loxahatchee at 2012 Night on the Loxahatchee Benefit

Explore the Wild Loxahatchee River during the River Center's 2012 Night on the Loxahatchee event! Experience exotic dishes, exceptional animals, and personal stories about life on the Loxahatchee on Saturday, February 25th from 7 p.m.to 9:30 p.m.

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River Center Wants You to Tell Your River Story

Calling all writers, photographers, and fans of the Loxahatchee River. Now it's your turn to tell us about your experiences on the river, in photos or words or both.

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2011 Domestic Wastewater Plant Operations Excellence Award

Loxahatchee River District Awarded Outstanding Facility by Florida Department of Environmental Protection

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Partial Redemption of LRECD Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 1978

Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the applicable provisions of the governing documents of the above captioned bonds (the "Bonds"), $840,000 principal amount of the Bonds will be redeemed on October 1, 2011 at the referenced Redemption Price, together with interest accrued to October 1, 2011. From and after October 1, 2011 interest on the Bonds shall cease to accrue.

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2011 Large Water Reuse Project of the Year

The WaterReuse Association recently presented an award to the Loxahatchee River District.

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Loxahatchee River District Awarded Top Honors

The Loxahatchee River District was recently awarded the 2011 “David York” Reuse System of the Year by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Timing of this prestigious honor coincides with kick-off of the State of Florida’s observance of “Water Reuse Week”, May 15 – 21, 2011.

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Girl Scouts Present River Center with Community Award

The River Center was recently honored with a “Community Award” presented by the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida.

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SFWMD Begins Pilot Program to Help Restore the Loxahatchee River

30-day flow test to provide supplemental water to benefit the river's ecosystems.

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River Center receives $5,000 Donation from Jupiter Inlet District

The River Center received a $5,000 donation from the Jupiter Inlet District. The donation will support environmental educational programs for students, families, and the community.

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Friends of the Loxahatchee River Elected 2011/12 Officers

Friends of the Loxahatchee River recently elected officers for the 2011/2012 term. Patricia Walker was re-elected to serve as President. Suzanne Mechler was elected as Vice President. Anna Williams returns as Treasurer and Jocelyn O’Neill will serve as Secretary.

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Second Annual Night on the Loxahatchee Evening Fundraiser

Please note: This event is SOLD OUT. Save the Date, Saturday, February 26, 2011! Taste Lionfish: The New Delicacy. Enjoy an evening with local art, a silent auction, and lionfish hors d'oeuvres.

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2011 Scholarship Announcement

The Friends of the Loxahatchee River is proud to announce its annual scholarship opportunity for two local high school students. Each scholarship is worth $1,000. This program is made possible by an award from the Van Pelt Foundation.

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2nd Annual Loxahatchee River Photography Contest

The Loxahatchee River District, Friends of the Loxahatchee River, and the River Center are excited to announce the 2nd Second Annual Loxahatchee River Amateur Photography Contest.

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River Center Raffle

Local artist April W. Davis created a beautiful work titled "Loxahatchee River" and has generously donated a giclee on canvas of this piece to be raffled off with 100% of the proceeds benefitting the River Center!

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The River District on Radio Green Earth

Radio Green Earth spent time on the Loxahatchee River exploring both its history and current importance to South Florida. Listen to this interesting piece to learn more about how the Loxahatchee River has had both local and nationwide influence.

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Lionfish in the Loxahatchee River

Sept. 28 - A special presentation by Dr. Craig Layman, from Florida International University, about the recent sightings of lionfish in the Loxahatchee River estuary.

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Oyster Reef Restoration Featured in Our Wonderful World Magazine

See the article, entitled, "Stimulus Money Serving Up Oysters On The Loxhatachee".

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South Florida Water Management Highlights LRD's Jupiter Highlands Project

See the Loxahatchee River Preservation Initiative (LRPI) update in the South Florida Water Management District's July 2010 newsletter.

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Loxahatchee River Oyster Reef Restoration Construction Begins

On Monday, June 21, crews began work to restore upwards of 5 acres of oyster reefs within the Northwest Fork of the Loxahatchee River.

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Loxahatchee River District & Friends of the Loxahatchee River Award Scholarship to Jupiter High Environmental Academy Students

Friends of the Loxahatchee River recently presented two $1,000 environmental education scholarships.

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Loxahatchee River Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Wild & Scenic Designation

Saturday, May 15 was officially deemed "Loxahatchee River Day," including proclamations by the State of Florida, Palm Beach County, Martin County, the Town of Jupiter, the Loxahatchee River District and the Village of Tequesta.

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Loxahatchee River District Recognized by The School District of Palm Beach County as Gold Medalist Business Partner

For the past sixteen years, the Loxahatchee River District has worked in partnership with the Jupiter High School Environmental Research & Field Studies Academy.

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River Center Partners with Jupiter Farms Elementary on Creative Environmental Learning Experience

The Loxahatchee River District and Jupiter Farms Elementary School enjoyed a year-long educational partnership, recently culminating in a very special day at the environmental center.

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Protecting Yourself in Extreme Weather

Here are a few points to keep in mind to protect you, your family, and your home during severe weather events and prolonged power outages.

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River Center Named Nonprofts Going Green Winner, Awarded $1,500 from Community Foundation

The River Center was recently named a 2010 Nonprofits Going Green winner and awarded $1,500 from the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties for "The Most Green with the Least Green".

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Celebrate The River's 25th Anniversary!

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the "Wild and Scenic" designation of the Loxahatchee River.

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New Additions to the Environmental Poster Series

The Loxahatchee River District is pleased to announce the next four posters in its environmental poster series.

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River Center on Facebook

The River Center has joined Facebook. Become a fan and keep updated on the lastest news and upcoming events.

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New Loxahatchee River Video

Watch a five-minute informative video in the Loxahatchee River District and its water treatment faciilty.

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Spoto's Joins Oyster Reef Restoration Project

Spoto's Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens joins the effort to rebuild oyster reefs in the Loxahatchee River by recycling their oyster shells.

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Oyster Reef Restoration

Oyster reefs are vanishing due to a lack of hard surfaces where oyster larvae can attach. The Loxahatchee River District and The Nature Conservancy are working to restore oyster reef habitat.

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Lab Certification

Loxahatchee River District’s WildPine Ecological Lab Once Again Awarded State/Federal Certification

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IQ Water not affected by drought conditions

As the community faces current water restrictions due to drought conditions, the impact of programs that recycle wastewater and innovative management practices which look to preserve natural resources are of even greater significance.

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New Research Reports Published

The Loxahatchee River District is pleased to annnounce it has published four new research reports on the water quality and biological data of the river.

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Field Guide

The Loxahatchee River is the most southern boundary of the Indian River Lagoon, which has often been described as the most species diverse estuary in North America.

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Seagrass Study

"Viability & Variability of Seagrass Communities in the Loxahatchee Estuary and Associated Reach of the Indian River Lagoon" offers a look at seagrass distribution over a six year period at a variety of stations.

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2011 Loxahatchee River Photo Contest Winners
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What's New
Experience the Wild Loxahatchee at 2012 Night on the Loxahatchee Benefit
Explore the Wild Loxahatchee River during the River Center's 2012 Night on the Loxahatchee event! Experience exotic dishes, exceptional animals, and personal stories about life on the Loxahatchee on Saturday, February 25th from 7 p.m.to 9:30 p.m.
River Center Wants You to Tell Your River Story
Calling all writers, photographers, and fans of the Loxahatchee River. Now it's your turn to tell us about your experiences on the river, in photos or words or both.
Events Calendar
February 8, 2012
NPBCID Meeting
February 8, 2012
SFWMD Meeting
February 8, 2012
JID Meeting
Loxahatchee River District, 2500 Jupiter Park Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458-8964
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