WCC and allies across western Colorado are hosting a series of guided hikes to some of our most unique and special areas. All of the places we will be visiting are under review through BLM planning processes and open for … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: June 2016
by Dave Reed, WCC Executive Director Who’s not fed up with party politics these days? The 2016 election season has been grueling, and we’re barely out of the primaries. A strange, volatile mix of disillusion and hope reigns. Americans are … Continue reading
Battlement Concerned Citizens and the Grand Valley Citizens Alliance have won the right to speak before the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission on two permits that would allow 53 natural gas wells to be drilled within their community. “We … Continue reading
There aren’t many words in our public discourse which spark as much controversy as “coal.” To some, it’s what keeps the lights on. To others, it’s what’s changing our climate, and harming our planet. It can mean keeping jobs – or … Continue reading
2016 Legislative Wrap-up Good News for Farmers, Eaters, Bakers and Home Canners In one fell swoop, Senate Bill 58 changed two Colorado laws and made it possible for more local products to make it direct from the farm gate … Continue reading
by Rodger Steen, Chairperson of WCC Oil & Gas Committee Letter to the Editor in Grand Junction Sentinel, May 29, 2016 Regarding the impasse in Colorado over location of oil and gas production sites, after following the 2016 Colorado legislative … Continue reading
courtesy of Tim Worley Charles V. Worley passed away peacefully May 26, 2016 in Delta, Colorado. Chuck, age 98, was known by many in Western Colorado as an advocate for environmental causes, for peace, and for action against economic and social injustice. … Continue reading