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Fear of Regulations Pervades a Small, Struggling Town

Oil may dominate in Texas, but coal is still king in some small towns. That's why talk of stricter air pollution regulations in towns like Jewett — where the economy is already stagnant — puts some residents on edge.

by Dave Fehling, Houston Public Media

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Oil may dominate in Texas, but coal is still king in some small towns. That's why talk of stricter air pollution regulations in towns like Jewett — where the economy is already stagnant — puts some residents on edge. Read the full story at StateImpact Texas.

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Dave Fehling

HOUSTON PUBLIC MEDIA