Local villages receive USDA drinking water, wastewater infrastructure grants

The Trump administration announced Monday that the United States Department of Agriculture is investing $462 million to modernize critical drinking water and wastewater infrastructure across rural America.

According to the USDA, 161 projects will benefit 467,000 individuals across the U.S., including Clearwater and Page residents.

"Upgrading the infrastructure that delivers safe drinking water and modern wastewater management facilities will improve public health and drive economic development in our small towns and cities," Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Bette Brand said. "Under...