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Hoots and Hollers OVEC Oct 1, 2015
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. More
Issues: Coal, Mountaintop removal, Pollution, Regulation, Water

Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Oct 1, 2015
Prayers for The Ground Beneath Our Hearts
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Issues: Faith, Fracking, Marcellus Shale, Mountaintop removal, Social justice

Hoots and Hollers Vivian Sep 30, 2015
Dethroned King Coal’s Castle Modeled After Which Cultural Icon?
Blankenship's castle on the mountain - Burns Manor or Princess Peach's Castle? More
Issues: Coal

Hoots and Hollers Vivian Sep 30, 2015
Don Blankenship’s Castle Overlooking the Site of Another Tragedy
Blankenship's pending trial and crazy castle bring up far too many horrifying memories; history slips into today as we still pay coal industry's myriad costs. More
Issues: Coal, Health, Social justice

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 28, 2015
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. More

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 28, 2015
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. More
Issues: Fracking

Hoots and Hollers Dan Sep 24, 2015
Defend Water, Defend Our Future
States with a water scarcity problem, like California, would love access to the amount of water that West Virginia has. While our water may be plentiful here, we have to defend it to keep it clean and usable. More
Issues: Climate change, Fracking, Health, Marcellus Shale, Mountaintop removal, Water

Hoots and Hollers Dan Sep 22, 2015
West Oakland, West Virginia: Solidarity in Stopping Coal Craziness
Stop coal exports. Hopefully, folks in Oakland can build some solidarity with those fighting the dirty and dying coal industry here in Appalachia. More
Issues: Climate change, Coal, Energy, Health, Mountaintop removal, Pollution, Racial inequality, Social justice

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 16, 2015
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 More
Issues: Mountaintop removal, Pollution, Regulation, Water

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 16, 2015
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! More
Issues: Renewable energy

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 9, 2015
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. More
Issues: Coal, Mountaintop removal, Water

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 9, 2015
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. More
Issues: Coal, Mountaintop removal, Water

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 4, 2015
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! More
Issues: Energy efficiency, Renewable energy

Hoots and Hollers Vivian Sep 2, 2015
Countdown to Comment: No More Mercury Into the Ohio River
Comment now: No more mercury in the Ohio River. More
Issues: Health, Pollution, Water

Hoots and Hollers Vivian Sep 2, 2015
DEP’s Water Quality Standards Program Accepting Comments
DEP’s Water Quality Standards Program is now accepting comments. More
Issues: DEP, Pollution, Water

Hoots and Hollers Dustin White Sep 1, 2015
Make Your Voice Heard: Stream Protection Rule Talking Points
Here are some talking points to help you make comments on the stream protection rule. More
Issues: Mountaintop removal, Water

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 1, 2015
Join WVRC in Saying NO MORE Mercury in the Ohio River
More mercury in Ohio River? No thanks! Comment by Sept. 4 More
Issues: Pollution, Water

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Aug 31, 2015
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. More
Issues: Coal, Mountaintop removal, Social justice

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Aug 31, 2015
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. More
Issues: Coal, Mountaintop removal, Water

Hoots and Hollers OVEC Aug 31, 2015
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. More
Issues: Coal, Energy, Fracking, Health, Marcellus Shale, Mountaintop removal, Pipelines, Pollution, Rogersville Shale, Social justice, Water

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