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As Duke Energy Updates Belews Plant, Concerns Over Coal Ash Remain

by Keri Brown

It's been five months since state regulators ordered Duke Energy to excavate coal ash at six remaining sites across North Carolina. Duke is taking steps to modernize the plant, but for those who live nearby, the action isn't enough.

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7:47pm Aug 13, 2018

Environment Environment

Al Gore Visits NC Communities To Talk Coal Ash And Other Environmental Issues

by Keri Brown

Former Vice President Al Gore was in Stokes County on Monday to raise awareness about several environmental issues.
2:04am Mar 24, 2016

Environment Environment

As Health Concerns Mount, Neighbors Near Coal Ash Ponds Want Answers And Action

by Keri Brown

Public hearings are taking place across the state for residents that live near Duke Energy’s coal ash pits.

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