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Springfield, MO
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Springfield, MO
Doe Run, owned by billionaire Ira Rennert, agreed to pay $150 million to resolve claims that a lead smelter poisoned residents of a Peruvian town.
The settlement covers lawsuits filed by more than 1,380 La Oroya residents.
The residents have alleged they have long-term health problems from smelter emissions and tainted water.
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A preengineered metal building to be used for the fabrication and installation of truck equipment is nearing completion in north Springfield, according to officials from Slone Architects & Interior Designers.