by Nelson Bailey | Aug 4, 2017 | Pipelines, Politics of energy
One of the pillars of a democracy is a strong free press. One of the strengths of an independent newspaper is a lively and thriving editorial and letters to the editor page. There people can express their opinions freely, even if their opinions are not based on facts....
by Nelson Bailey | Aug 4, 2017 | Press Releases
Sharon Ponton, a Virginia organizer with the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League, is recommending to the State Water Control Board and the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality that the 401 Water Certification Process for the proposed Atlantic Coast and...
by Nelson Bailey | Aug 3, 2017 | Eminant Domain, Politics of energy
Eminent domain, in which government agencies seize land for the public good, tends to be a controversial subject. After all, “public good” can be interpreted very loosely. For example, developers have successfully argued that they will promote job growth,...
by Nelson Bailey | Jul 27, 2017 | Press Releases
I am eager to respond to the article “Shipman residents with pipeline experience among ACP supporters” in the July 20 edition of the Nelson County Times. While I deeply respect the pride Pete Wood and Jason Tolbert take in the work they have done, I feel obligated to...
by Nelson Bailey | Jul 20, 2017 | For Landowners, Health & Safety, Pipelines
• Neighbors worry about how pipeline will impact environment. By SHAUN SAVARESE Of The Record Staff Cumberland and Johnston county residents voiced critical concern about the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP), asking for answers and imploring a state agency to deny a...
