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Winds of Change, Fall 2015
On June 15, we held our first forum on the Rogersville Shale in Huntington. About 200 people attended. WV Public Radio and TV stations WSAZ and WOWK aired stories on the forum.
Pleska on Writing, Working and Life
You are invited to meet West Virginia author Cat Pleska as she reads from her new memoir and leads a creative writing workshop. On Saturday, October 17, join event sponsors Coalfield Development Corporation at West Edge Factory,1040 Vernon St., in the Westmoreland neighborhood of Huntington, WV.
Get Inspired to Write Your Stream Protection Comments
Miss the Stream Protection Rule hearings? You can still submit written comments by Oct. 26. Read these comments, get inspired to write.
Talking Points for WVAW Rate Case Hearings
Some talking points for the WV American Water rate case hearings coming up in Weston, Huntington, Fayetteville, Charleston and Mercer County.
Sept. 29 Forum on Fracking at WVSU
On September 29, come on out to the West Virginia State University Forum on Fracking. All events for the “Fracking: In the Beginning Was the Source Rock” forum will take place in room 134 of the Wilson University Union at WVSU in Institute and are free and open to the public.
Discussion of Pope Francis’ Letter Open to the Public
The public is invited to join a discussion of the letter from Pope Francis to all people, "Laudato SI: On Care for Our Common Home." Free and open to all, the series is sponsored by a collection of local faith groups and climate activists.
Lawsuit Launched to Protect Threatened Bat From Two West Virginia Coal Mines
The Center for Biological Diversity, Coal River Mountain Watch, the Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition, and the Sierra Club filed a formal notice of intent to sue the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today for their failure to protect threatened northern long-eared bats at two proposed mountaintop-removal coal mines in West Virginia.
We Need You at Final SPR Hearing Tonight!
All hands on deck! Even if you don’t want to speak in public, please come out. (Wear blue.) We need a good presence at the: Stream Protection Rule Draft Environmental Impact Statement Hearing 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 Charleston Civic Center 200 Civic Center Dr., Charleston, WV
Oct. 3 and 4: Solar Open House in Roane County, WV
With the help of Sierra Club West Virginia Chapter, several OVEC members are hosting a Solar Open House on October 3 from 1-4 p.m. at Hickory Ridge, a few miles from Spencer, in Roane County, WV (about 80 minutes from Charleston). Learn how to make your own electric power!
Our Water, Our Future Pre-SPR-Hearing Party
Water- and mountain-lovers, before you speak out at the SPR hearing, come enjoy one another's company at a pre-hearing party.
Rides Available to “Stream Protection” Rule Hearing
Need a ride to the SPR hearing? We'll try to help. We'll have pickup locations in Huntington/Barboursville, Beckley, Weston, and Logan.
Wayne & Cabell Residents: Help New Community Solar Project
All you need is an electric water heater and an internet connection to help Coalfield Development go solar. They need your support, not your money!
Join WVRC in Saying NO MORE Mercury in the Ohio River
More mercury in Ohio River? No thanks! Comment by Sept. 4
Speak Up For Appalachia’s Streams; Help Bring On the Solar;More
First and foremost, on the mountaintop removal / valley fill coal mining front, we need you to comment to the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement on its long-awaited "Stream Protection Rule," the latest version of the perpetually unenforced "Buffer Zone Rule."
Wilma Steele: Come See Blood on the Mountain
WHAT: West Virginia State Premiere of the documentary film Blood On The Mountain WHERE: West Virginia State Culture Center, Capitol Complex WHEN: Friday, September 4 - 6:00 p.m. Doors open, 7:00 p.m. film starts Reserve your free tickets now, click here.
Speak Up for A Strong Stream Protection Rule
The federal Office of Surface Mining has finally released a draft version of its long-awaited Stream Protection Rule, and is holding hearings across the region to hear from community members impacted by surface coal mining. We need your help to make sure this critical rule overcomes industry opposition.
Share Stories of the Ground Beneath Your Heart
Your story — the story of the land you love and the assaults your homeplace endures at the hand of extractive industries — deserves to be seen and heard around the world. That's why we hope you'll come to The Ground Beneath Our Hearts on September 12, starting at 11 a.m. at the Kanawha State Forest, Shelter No. 1. But don't wait till then to share your story.
CD Collins Offers Personal Story of Injuries from Pipeline Explosion
In video and novel, artist CD Collins offers up her personal story of terrifying injuries she endured from a pipeline explosion.
Protest Dick Cheney’s Visit to West Virginia
On September 3, Cheney will keynote the Chamber of Commerce meeting at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV. Cheney shouldn't get a red carpet greeting. Come protest his visit to WV.
Paul Epstein’s Blair Mountain
Who’s going to stand up and save our mountains? Who’s going to stand for the streams? Who’s going to stand for the lives of the people Against the power of the Machine?