ORC mining permit decision to be appealed to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
Notice of “intent to appeal” the decision by Judge Michael Hogan denying a preliminary injunction
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Federal judge denies motion for preliminary injunction of ORC mining permits
Hogan says the defendants “…have demonstrated significant hardships that permitee ORC and the local Coos County economy would suffer”.
Read MoreIncreased awareness of hexavalent chromium has EPA tightening tests of drinking water
In other words, a real economic impact statement should be a part of their evaluation IF the agencies are going to weigh jobs against the environment.
Read MoreORC strip mining debate in the news at Ethos Magazine
Disparate perspectives of ORC COO, Dan Smith and the Bandon Woodlands Community Association, co presidents, Jack and Julie Jones are presented in this video report by Ethos Magazine.
Read MoreWhy SCDC shouldn't receive more public money
After ten years of giving SCDC a try, however, it is past time to check our losses and formulate a new plan and a new organization that embraces input from the entire community.
Read MoreORC applies for a Limited License with Oregon Water Resources Department
A limited license allows the right to use or store water for no more than 5 consecutive years. Use of water under a limited license is subordinate to all other authorized uses
Read MoreCoos County Commissioners consider County mineral rights Tuesday
From the Bandon Woodlands Community Association COOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PLEASE Don’t sell out our County mineral rights! YOUR COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WILL DISCUSS THE FUTURE OF COOS COUNTY FOREST AND POSSIBLY AWARD THE MINERAL...
Read MoreNewspapers have to earn their readership, The World editor crosses a line UPDATED
Whenever there are polarizing issues before the public one side or the other are going to question local news coverage and make accusations of bias. The local LNG matter is an example of a divisive issue as is the chromite strip...
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