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Mining, nuclear energy and water highlight regional economic development meeting

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ORANGEVILLE – Coal production, nuclear energy, manufacturing and water were among the topics discussed during the Carbon/Emery County Economic Development Group’s meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The meeting, hosted by Brock Johansen and held at Emery Telcom’s Orangeville office, brought together business representatives, county officials and lawmakers, with others joining online.

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