Yadkin County residents dig in for a fight against a proposed mine near homes, elementary school
Yadkin County residents dig in for a fight against a proposed mine near homes, elementary school
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Yadkin County residents dig in for a fight against a proposed mine near homes, elementary school
Wake Stone wanted to expand its operation at a site near the Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
The proposed quarry has been contentious since 2019. Quarry opponents unsuccessfully fought the lease's legality in court, but have relentlessly pressured state officials to reject the mining permit.
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In addition to climate change, North Carolina faces several environmental crises: Perfluorinated compounds in drinking water. The proliferation of the mining industry. Hazardous waste, air pollution, environmental justice.