In the latest installment of the series, I.Q. profiles the challenges facing the Haw River, one of the state s major river systems. I.Q. follows the story of the Haw River from its small stream beginnings in Greensboro to where the river joins other tributaries to create Jordan Lake, capturing both the river s rich history and the years of neglect that now threaten its future. Host Billy Barnes joins environmentalists, historians and local residents to paints a comprehensive portrait of the factors that have polluted the Haw River throughout its 100 mile length and the people rallying behind this used, abused, but much- loved river. The river is in trouble. I.Q. is used as an educational resource in classrooms around the state.
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