New developments in a controversial decision not to name a bridge after a fallen firefighter.
North Carolina DOT officials say they now plan to review the agency's policy on naming state-owned bridges.
Asheville leaders want to name the "smoky park bridge" after Captain Jeff Bowen, who died during a fire at a medical building last summer.
Right now, policy prevents naming bridges and roads for firefighters or other emergency personnel.
Bowen's family, including his widow, is pushing for change.
North Carolina DOT officials say they now plan to review the agency's policy on naming state-owned bridges.
Asheville leaders want to name the "smoky park bridge" after Captain Jeff Bowen, who died during a fire at a medical building last summer.
Right now, policy prevents naming bridges and roads for firefighters or other emergency personnel.
Bowen's family, including his widow, is pushing for change.
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