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Public input invited on Wisconsin’s quarry reclamation guidelines
Submit comments by May 28 on document state uses to help develop clean-up plans.
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Mining exploration near headwaters streams causes pollution concerns
Companies seek mineral deposits that could lead to a risky mine near the Kettle River.
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Contentious quarry subjected to moratorium on expansion
Farmington officials put pause on new permits while studying potential protection policies.
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Growing gravel and frac sand mine near river alarms Osceola neighbors
The expansion of an existing gravel pit and new sand mining at the site is raising questions and concerns about water, air, and the impacts of frequent blasting.
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Mining Company Looking for Copper Near St. Croix River Tributary
PolyMet plans to do exploratory drilling for a type of ore that poses risks to clean water.
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Scandia Gravel Mine Seeks Annual Permit
The City Council will consider the application and recent reports on groundwater, traffic and more at its February 18th meeting.
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Scandia Gravel Mine Begins Operation
Hauling from the site is expected to begin this week, with up to 600 round-trips per day.
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Tiller mine permitted by city council
After four years of debate, shorter and highly-restricted permits are approved.