Granite is one of the hardest rocks on Earth. Much of what is mined around the world is crushed for gravel or cut into countertops, sidewalk curbs, and building stones. But in Elberton, Georgia—where, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jul. 5—CONCORD — It seems unthinkable that a time would come when the Granite State no longer produces granite. But last month, ...

Jul. 5—CONCORD — It seems unthinkable that a time would come when the Granite State no longer produces granite. But last month, the last commercial granite quarry in New Hampshire was quietly shut ...