Report says laws have helped improve region’s air

An annual report out this week shows air quality in North Carolina and other southeastern states is continuing to improve. Federal and state laws have made the difference, but there’s concern lawmakers may try to weaken those rules.  The 18th annual State of the Air report from the American Lung Association shows ozone and particle … More Report says laws have helped improve region’s air

Mowing lawns in white suits, as Davidson asbestos cleanup gets underway |WFAE

There was a strange sight in Davidson a few weeks ago – workers in white suits mowing lawns. It’s part of a $3 million asbestos cleanup by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency at about 20 homes and other properties around an old mill.  The asbestos came from the old Carolina Asbestos factory, which operated nearby from … More Mowing lawns in white suits, as Davidson asbestos cleanup gets underway |WFAE