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AltEn group explores bringing thermal treatment units for on-site cleanup at Mead plant site

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In mid-February, Posi-Shell, a combination of cement, clay and polyester fibers, was applied to a pile of wet cake and sludge produced by the AltEn ethanol plant near Mead as a stop-gap measure while the state explored more permanent options. Documents show the group charged with a remediation plan may be leaning toward using mobile thermal treatment units.

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The people who live in Mead noticed something was changing in their environment. But it would take time and persistence to pinpoint what was wiping out bee colonies, sickening animals and potentially causing health issues for residents.

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Sister Janelle Buettner speaks with Kolby Tran about his science homework Friday at North American Martyrs Catholic School.

HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star

Austin Hurt scoops fresh snow off a sidewalk at 12th and O streets Monday

HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Chancellor Ronnie Green poses for a portrait, Monday at Canfield Administration Building in Lincoln.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

A band of light hits GY Sgt. Timothy Olsen as he tries to stay warm beneath a canvas tent during a wreath laying ceremony on Saturday at Wyuka Cemetery.

Kenneth Ferriera, Journal Star

'TIS THE SEASON

Santa (aka Chris Boyer) gives a jaunty laugh as kids ask for gifts during a holiday event Friday at Tower Square in downtown Lincoln.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Lincoln High's Andrew Gaines (right) and Lincoln East's Connor Hamilton react after Hamilton was called for a shooting foul on Thursday at Lincoln High School.

KENNETH FERRIERA Journal Star

Lincoln East's Madison Adams tries to reel in a pass while defended by Lincoln High's Nyawarga Jock on Thursday at Lincoln High School.

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Reach the writer at 402-473-7120 or cdunker@journalstar.com.

On Twitter @ChrisDunkerLJS

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