Hit the road, Mick

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Residents of the Northern Fauquier county in Virginia banded together to oppose a project of the Walt Disney Co. The company wanted to establish a housing project and build a theme park in the area. The project's opponents were worried that the development would destroy their environment.

Author: Dyne, Larry van
Planning, Virginia, Environmental aspects, Entertainment industry, Walt Disney Co., Amusement parks

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How manmade rapids may help us win in Barcelona

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The discharge canal of the Potomac Electric Power Company at Dickerson, Maryland was converted into an artificial white-water course providing local canoeists and kayakers the training facility they need in preparing for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.

Author: Dyne, Larry van
Electric services, Electrical equipment and supplies industry, Electric equipment industry, Training, Buildings and facilities, Kayaking, White-water canoeing, Potomac Electric Power Co., White water paddling, Dickerson, Maryland

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Flying high

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The work carried out at Washington Dulles International Airport, and the importance of its role are examined in detail.

Author: Dyne, Larry van
Management, Economic aspects, Airports, Washington Dulles International Airport

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