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Controversy grows over proposed sand mine near Starved Rock. Jan 03, 2012 Mississippi Sand LLC of Maryland Heights, Mo., wants to mine St. Peter sandstone from a 350-acre parcel of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park on the Illinois River near Utica.

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Starved Rock: An Illinois Treasure in Peril Illinois. Dec 18, 2011 LaSalle County Zoning Board Ok's Destructive Mining Proposal After 2 days and 15 hours of testimony the LaSalle County zoning board voted on December 15, 2011, to approve a destructive new special use permit that would allow a sand mine adjacent to Starved Rock State Park.

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Sand mine proposal near Starved Rock pits company against ...

2012-1-11  Nature lovers travel in droves to Starved Rock State Park to admire its many wonders, including 425 million-year-old rock formations composed of St. Peter sandstone. Sand mining

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Sand Stampede: Frac Sand Mining Outside Beloved State

2012-12-12  The Mississippi Sand mine would be the first to actually border Starved Rock, which opponents fear could mean an increased chance of river and wetland contamination, habitat degradation, and tourist detraction. Further, opponents suggest the growing number of LaSalle frac sand mines, including this one, represent the overall escalating scale and impact of natural gas production.

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DNR in spotlight over sand mine near Starved Rock ...

2012-1-13  Just beyond the rim of Chicago's sprawl, table-flat farmland suddenly gives way to scenic bluffs, canyons and forests where the Illinois River wends its way past ancient sandstone formations.

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Controversy grows over proposed sand mine near Starved Rock

2021-5-25  Mississippi Sand LLC of Maryland Heights, Mo., wants to mine St. Peter sandstone from a 350-acre parcel of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park on the Illinois River near Utica. Mining of sand or gravel occurs elsewhere in the area, but opponents of the latest project say the mine’s proximity could harm local tourism and the ecology ...

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Illinois EPA to hold Public Availability Session for ...

2012-5-12  Earlier this year we learned of a proposed sand mine to be located near the entrance of Starved Rock State Park. We were concerned because the sand mine (for sand to be used in the natural gas extraction or “fracking” process) could drain a rare, brackish wetland, with high quality plant communities and specific habitat for threatened and endangered species.

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Governor Quinn: Stop the Mississippi Sand Frac Sand Mine ...

Despite those who believe the Starved Rock frac sand mine will prove beneficial, in truth, sand mining for the purpose of hydraulic fracturing will result in calamitous long-term repercussions for Starved Rock State Park’s tourism, local residents, and animals’ and peoples’ health (silicosis, cardiovascular disease, lung cancer, etc.) as well as the overall environment.

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Starved Rock area residents resistant to sand mines ...

2013-11-24  The geology of the Starved Rock area, some 95 miles from Chicago, includes coal deposits, silica sand and limestone, topped with what the county farm bureau calls some of the richest soil in the ...

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Mining for fracking sand drives some Illinois farmers from ...

2014-6-8  The rolling corn and soybean fields near Starved Rock State Park, 95 miles southwest of Chicago, are coveted by multinational corporations for the fine-grain

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Sand mine to proceed near iconic Illinois state park ...

2012-10-29  The frac sand mining boom has now spread to Illinois, as state regulators grant approval to build a controversial mining operation next to Starved Rock State Park.. St. Louis-based Mississippi Sand, the company that’s building the 80-acre sand mine, received its third and final permit on October 19, overcoming objections by a consortium of environmental groups.

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Sand mine near Starved Rock park moves forward

2012-1-13  OTTAWA, Ill. (AP) — A Missouri company’s plan to operate a sand mine near Starved Rock State Park moved forward Thursday after the LaSalle County Board approved a special-use permit for the ...

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Controversy grows over proposed sand mine near Starved Rock

2021-5-25  Mississippi Sand LLC of Maryland Heights, Mo., wants to mine St. Peter sandstone from a 350-acre parcel of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park on the Illinois River near Utica. Mining of sand or gravel occurs elsewhere in the area, but opponents of the latest project say the mine’s proximity could harm local tourism and the ecology ...

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Proposed Mine May Threaten Starved Rock Illinois Public ...

2012-1-6  Starved Rock is located in Utica, Illinois - a two hour drive southwest from Chicago. It's a popular destination for fishing, rock climbing, hiking and picnicking. Tony Giordano said a new silica sand mine adjacent to the park would mean new jobs and could inject $9 million into the local economy.

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Debating the risks and benefits of Starved Rock sand mine ...

2012-5-23  By ANTHONY BRINO/Illinois Statehouse NewsSPRINGFIELD — Whether a sand mine should be permitted next to Starved Rock State Park, one of Illinois' best known natural areas, is

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Illinois EPA to hold Public Availability Session for ...

2012-5-12  Earlier this year we learned of a proposed sand mine to be located near the entrance of Starved Rock State Park. We were concerned because the sand mine (for sand to be used in the natural gas extraction or “fracking” process) could drain a rare, brackish wetland, with high quality plant communities and specific habitat for threatened and endangered species.

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Stop the Starved Rock frac sand mine - gl-zephyr.blogspot

2021-1-2  A personal quest to promote the use of wind energy and hydrogen technology in the Great Lakes area of the United States. The Great Lakes area is in a unique position to become an energy exporting region through these and other renewable energy technologies.

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LaSalle County Board OKs sand mining near Starved Rock ...

2012-1-13  OTTAWA -- The LaSalle County Board approved a special use permit Thursday afternoon that would allow sand mining on 350 acres of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park near Utica. Mississippi Sand LLC of Maryland Heights, Mo. wants to mine St. Peter sandstone for use in the oil and natural gas industry.

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LaSalle County Board OKs sand mining near Starved Rock ...

2012-1-13  OTTAWA -- The LaSalle County Board approved a special use permit Thursday afternoon that would allow sand mining on 350 acres of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park near Utica.

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Proposed mine may threaten Starved Rock WBEZ Chicago

2012-1-5  Starved Rock is a popular getaway for Chicagoans and boasts diverse wildlife including bald eagles. ... Tony Giordano said a new silica sand mine adjacent to the

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Proposed Mine May Threaten Starved Rock Illinois Public ...

2012-1-6  Starved Rock is located in Utica, Illinois - a two hour drive southwest from Chicago. It's a popular destination for fishing, rock climbing, hiking and picnicking. Tony Giordano said a new silica sand mine adjacent to the park would mean new jobs and could inject $9 million into the local economy.

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Sand mine near Starved Rock park moves forward

2012-1-13  OTTAWA, Ill. (AP) — A Missouri company’s plan to operate a sand mine near Starved Rock State Park moved forward Thursday after the LaSalle County Board approved a special-use permit for the ...

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Controversy grows over proposed sand mine near Starved Rock

2021-5-25  Mississippi Sand LLC of Maryland Heights, Mo., wants to mine St. Peter sandstone from a 350-acre parcel of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park on the Illinois River near Utica. Mining of sand or gravel occurs elsewhere in the area, but opponents of the latest project say the mine’s proximity could harm local tourism and the ecology ...

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Simon wants state hearing on Starved Rock sand mine ...

2012-3-19  Asks LaSalle County Board to initiate hearing, promote public input SPRINGFIELD - March 12, 2012. Lt. Governor Sheila Simon is advocating for more transparency and public input as a proposal to open a sand mine on 300 acres of farm land adjacent to Starved Rock State Park moves ahead. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is only required under state law to hold a

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Debating the risks and benefits of Starved Rock sand mine ...

2012-5-23  By ANTHONY BRINO/Illinois Statehouse NewsSPRINGFIELD — Whether a sand mine should be permitted next to Starved Rock State Park, one of Illinois' best known natural areas, is

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Starved Rock Mine Debate Brings Fracking Fracas to ...

2012-1-21  The County Board voted to allow a sand mine at the edge of Starved Rock State Park, which hosts two million visitors annually to wander its towering sandstone stacks along the Illinois River and ...

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LaSalle County Board OKs sand mining near Starved Rock ...

2012-1-13  OTTAWA -- The LaSalle County Board approved a special use permit Thursday afternoon that would allow sand mining on 350 acres of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park near Utica. Mississippi Sand LLC of Maryland Heights, Mo. wants to mine St. Peter sandstone for use in the oil and natural gas industry.

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LaSalle County Board OKs sand mining near Starved Rock ...

2012-1-13  OTTAWA -- The LaSalle County Board approved a special use permit Thursday afternoon that would allow sand mining on 350 acres of farmland just east of Starved Rock State Park near Utica.

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Proposed mine may threaten Starved Rock WBEZ Chicago

2012-1-5  Starved Rock is a popular getaway for Chicagoans and boasts diverse wildlife including bald eagles. ... Tony Giordano said a new silica sand mine adjacent to the

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Update on Sand Mine Next to Starved Rock

2020-10-1  Update on Sand Mine Next to Starved Rock From: Tess Wendel, Sierra Club Sent: February 14, 2012 5:29 PM Subject: Update on Sand Mine Next to Starved Rock. View a web version of this email. ...

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