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Hardrock Mining Accidents Claim Four Lives
September 2010 by Scott Harn
Hardrock mining in the US has been hit by a tragic streak of mining accidents in recent months.More On Gold Indicators—What to Look For
I am learning more about gold deposition in this area than I knew previously. I am passing this information on with the hope that many of you will be able to locate patches and lines a little easier in the future because of this article.
Bill to Allow Mining of Coeur d'Alene Basin
A state House committee supported legislation sponsored by Rep. Dick Harwood that would allow state mining leases for tailings and dumps, which Idaho law currently prohibits.
Melman on Gold & Silver
…there is now concrete evidence that growing numbers of investors and other concerned observers are now turning to gold as a storehouse of value in these potentially troubling times.
A Note from the Editor
Also in the good news category, the current administration has taken many of our recommendations regarding much-needed regulatory relief to heart.
Commercial Blaster Training
Since last year’s articles on explosives for mining, several people have asked for more information about becoming a licensed blaster.
PLP Update
Suction Dredging is Back in Most of California!
Australia Produces World's Largest Gold Coin
Australia’s Perth Mint currently holds the record for the world’s largest gold coin.
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Legislative and Regulatory Update
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• The Jenkins Mine Project Pt II: Terrain and Map Study
• Search Called Off for Missing Treasure Hunters
• Glacial Gold in the Midwest
• Hardrock Prospecting in El Dorado County, California
• Gold & Silver of the Comstock Lode
• Melman on Gold & Silver
• Forest Service Pays Miners $245K for Unlawful Destruction of Mine