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Letter: Is frac sand mining coming your way?
In the past two years, Florence and Hay Creek townships and the city of Red Wing have taken advantage of the Goodhue County moratorium on frac sand mines to strengthen local comprehensive plans and ordinances to protect their environments.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - Opinion
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In the past two years, Florence and Hay Creek townships and the city of Red Wing have taken advantage of the Goodhue County moratorium on frac sand mines to strengthen local comprehensive plans and ordinances to protect their environments.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - Opinion
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Frac sand, county budget lead candidate concerns
Questions at a forum for Goodhue County Board District 5 candidates covered everything from frac sand mining to the county budget.
Sunday, October, 07, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Questions at a forum for Goodhue County Board District 5 candidates covered everything from frac sand mining to the county budget.
Sunday, October, 07, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Red Wing 2020 forum will discuss frac sand
Red Wing 2020’s next community forum will focus on the topic of frac sand. The event will be 6 p.m. Thursday Nov. 15 at the Sheldon Theatre.
Friday, November, 09, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Red Wing 2020’s next community forum will focus on the topic of frac sand. The event will be 6 p.m. Thursday Nov. 15 at the Sheldon Theatre.
Friday, November, 09, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Frac sand mining deserves research
Thank you for the article written by Don Davis titled “Sand mining testimony fractured” (R-E, Feb. 20). It would be beneficial for all to see more in-depth reporting on the pros and cons of this frac sand mine debate.
Wednesday, February, 27, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Thank you for the article written by Don Davis titled “Sand mining testimony fractured” (R-E, Feb. 20). It would be beneficial for all to see more in-depth reporting on the pros and cons of this frac sand mine debate.
Wednesday, February, 27, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Stop destroying our environment: say no to mines
EPA National River and Stream Assessment shows the nation’s rivers and streams are in bad shape.
Saturday, April, 20, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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EPA National River and Stream Assessment shows the nation’s rivers and streams are in bad shape.
Saturday, April, 20, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Mayor at center of frac sand fracas
Mayor Dennis Egan will take on his critics Monday evening when he explains to Red Wing residents and the City Council his new role as the Minnesota Industrial Sand Council’s executive director.
Saturday, February, 09, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Mayor Dennis Egan will take on his critics Monday evening when he explains to Red Wing residents and the City Council his new role as the Minnesota Industrial Sand Council’s executive director.
Saturday, February, 09, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Governor, we need a silica sand mining moratorium
An open letter to Gov. Mark Dayton concerning frac sand mining.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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An open letter to Gov. Mark Dayton concerning frac sand mining.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: The price of sand just climbed a lot higher
Two factors will be driving ever greater intensification of frac sand mining pressures in our beautiful river valley.
Saturday, May, 11, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Two factors will be driving ever greater intensification of frac sand mining pressures in our beautiful river valley.
Saturday, May, 11, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: You can't reconcile duties
First and foremost, Mayor Egan owes a fiduciary duty to the people of Red Wing, and that duty can not be limited or compromised. However, as the frac sand lobbyist, Mayor Egan now owes them a duty of loyalty and confidentiality.
Monday, February, 18, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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First and foremost, Mayor Egan owes a fiduciary duty to the people of Red Wing, and that duty can not be limited or compromised. However, as the frac sand lobbyist, Mayor Egan now owes them a duty of loyalty and confidentiality.
Monday, February, 18, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Silica mining requires special category
The mining study committee report has taken all sand mines, including potential frac sand mines, and lumped them all together under the title of “mineral extraction facilities.” In other words, sand is sand.
Wednesday, August, 01, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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The mining study committee report has taken all sand mines, including potential frac sand mines, and lumped them all together under the title of “mineral extraction facilities.” In other words, sand is sand.
Wednesday, August, 01, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Panel needs community representation
On Nov. 15 Red Wing 2020, an advisory committee to Mayor Dennis Egan, is holding a "community forum" on frac sand mining at the Sheldon Theatre.
Wednesday, November, 14, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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On Nov. 15 Red Wing 2020, an advisory committee to Mayor Dennis Egan, is holding a "community forum" on frac sand mining at the Sheldon Theatre.
Wednesday, November, 14, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: 'Aw, shucks' reporting leaves lot to be desired
I am disappointed to see two articles in the R-E that are nothing more than positive propaganda in favor of frac sand mines.
Thursday, October, 04, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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I am disappointed to see two articles in the R-E that are nothing more than positive propaganda in favor of frac sand mines.
Thursday, October, 04, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Don't let words diminish fracking's negative impact
When Mayor Egan took his turn to speak his piece at Monday night’s council meeting, it illustrated exactly my concern: that Dennis Egan is a mouthpiece for the frac sand industry.
Wednesday, February, 20, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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When Mayor Egan took his turn to speak his piece at Monday night’s council meeting, it illustrated exactly my concern: that Dennis Egan is a mouthpiece for the frac sand industry.
Wednesday, February, 20, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Group pushes for statewide silica sand moratorium
Members of Environment Minnesota Research and Policy Center and others are pushing for a three-year state moratorium on new or expanded frac sand mining sites in Minnesota. A petition with more than 400 signatures will be sent to Gov. Mark Dayton.
Monday, September, 24, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Members of Environment Minnesota Research and Policy Center and others are pushing for a three-year state moratorium on new or expanded frac sand mining sites in Minnesota. A petition with more than 400 signatures will be sent to Gov. Mark Dayton.
Monday, September, 24, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Howe supports citizens
I have a great appreciation for Sen. John Howe, his involvement and support regarding our counties, townships, frac sand issues and promoting a statewide GEIS. He has an ability to listen, learn, and take action.
Thursday, November, 01, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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I have a great appreciation for Sen. John Howe, his involvement and support regarding our counties, townships, frac sand issues and promoting a statewide GEIS. He has an ability to listen, learn, and take action.
Thursday, November, 01, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Letter: Who else is concerned?
Is anyone else concerned that the mayor of Red Wing, who is purportedly in office to watch out for the health and safety of his constituents, is acting as the chief lobbyist for the frac sand industry in Minnesota?
Friday, February, 08, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Is anyone else concerned that the mayor of Red Wing, who is purportedly in office to watch out for the health and safety of his constituents, is acting as the chief lobbyist for the frac sand industry in Minnesota?
Friday, February, 08, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Conference draws 50 silica sand mining protestors
More than 50 people gathered Monday to protest frac sand mining outside a conference on the silica sand resources of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wednesday, October, 03, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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More than 50 people gathered Monday to protest frac sand mining outside a conference on the silica sand resources of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wednesday, October, 03, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Column: Prevent irreparable damage to pristine valley
The discussion regarding the frac sand issue facing our area has its roots firmly embedded in our insatiable appetite for energy.
Thursday, April, 04, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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The discussion regarding the frac sand issue facing our area has its roots firmly embedded in our insatiable appetite for energy.
Thursday, April, 04, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Commentary: Live in the local bubble at everyone's peril
While at the Goodhue County Planning Advisory Commission meeting July 16 concerning frac sand mining, I was impressed by the input of so many citizens of Goodhue County.
Monday, July, 30, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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While at the Goodhue County Planning Advisory Commission meeting July 16 concerning frac sand mining, I was impressed by the input of so many citizens of Goodhue County.
Monday, July, 30, 2012 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Red Wing native’s fracking film debuts
Former Red Wing resident Jim Tittle received a call from his mother two years ago that an open-pit frac sand mine was being considered for the Hay Creek bluffs south of the city.
Thursday, March, 14, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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Former Red Wing resident Jim Tittle received a call from his mother two years ago that an open-pit frac sand mine was being considered for the Hay Creek bluffs south of the city.
Thursday, March, 14, 2013 - The Republican Eagle - News
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