Chevron Mining closes Questa molybdenum mine after century run
Chevron Mining permanently shuts the Questa molybdenum mine after declaring 300 workers laid off. Chief executive David Partridge calls it an economic decision amid low molybdenum prices and rising costs. The site, once productive for long-mined ore, faces major reclamation and EPA cleanup costs up to 800 million.
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Blizzard snaps skid on The Tundra this week
Sports page notes Blizzard ends a losing streak on The Tundra. Del Norte Mountain Bike Alliance aims to unite cyclists under a common voice. Obituary brief lists several Taos area residents with recent death dates and ages, directing readers to see Obits Page 6.
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Taos News 96 Vol LI 5 Sections Debut
The Taos News marks its 96th volume under long standing publication of five sections. Copyright 2014 confirms ongoing weekly distribution in Taos, New Mexico, detailing editorial structure and local content focus.
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Shutdown hits Questa hard in mining town crisis
Miners in Questa face a permanent mine closure as leaders like David Trujillo, long time equipment operator and United Steelworkers local president, describe the impact on families, homes, and local livelihoods. Chevon officials are praised for their handling of the shutdown.
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Taos
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Chevron
Chevron closing Questa mine shocks Taos County economy
Chevron announces the Questa mine closure affecting Taos County's economy as 300 workers and many families rely on mine revenue. The company has funded Questa schools, libraries, and public services and is a major customer for Kit Carson Electrical Cooperative, contributing as much as 10 percent of the co op’s revenue. The decision impacts local industry and utilities.
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Kit Carson Electrical Cooperative
Taos County
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Luis Reyes
Narrow Taos sheriff race tops primary in Taos County
Jerry Hogrefe narrowly won the Democratic nomination for sheriff in an eight way race by 51 votes over Betty Martinez-Gonzales as Taos County held primaries Tuesday. Candyce O Donnell edged Emanuel Pacheco by 43 votes for District 5, with three other candidates close behind. Turnout was about 24 percent, below the usual 30 to 40 percent, per the Taos County Clerk.
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Ben Tafoya
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