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National Academies of Sciences to study impacts of potential industrial gold mining in Virginia
CONTACT: Chad Oba, Friends of Buckingham, [email protected], 434-806-6332 Jessica Sims, Appalachian Voices, [email protected], 804-356-1228 Stephanie Rinaldi, Friends of Buckingham, [email protected], 402-290-6149 Buckingham, VA – Groups from around the state expressed optimism today that the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NAS) has agreed to study the potential impacts of industrial gold mining on water…
Read MoreVirginia Resident Finally Finds Relief From Coal Truck Dust
After a resident unsuccessfully sought aid from Virginia officials for two years to address constant dust from passing coal trucks, one reporter’s questions motivated the company to take action.
Read MoreBond-forfeited Virginia Blackjewel mines may finally have a buyer
Three Virginia strip mines, neglected in the wake of the Blackjewel bankruptcy, may finally have a buyer. But it remains to be seen if the new company would be able to reclaim the land.
Read MoreUnderground mine blowout causes flood, property damage in Virginia
Accumulated water bursting out of one of CM Mining, LLC’s operations in Hurley, VA, causes flooding and property damage in nearby neighborhood.
Read MoreDefending community rights to clean water enforcement
After four years of effort, a favorable ruling in Virginia this month confirmed the rights of citizens to participate in coal mine inspections.
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