In Fracking Downturn, Sand Mining Opponents Not Slowing Down

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By Zahra HirjiOct 15, 2015, 6:00 am68 pts
Those fighting the frac sand industry in Wisconsin and Minnesota hope the oil glut puts a crimp in the industry for good. By Zahra Hirji The market that supplies special sand to oil and gas companies for fracking wells is down more than 50 percent from last year. But those opposing the sand industry for its…

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