Catron County residents mobilize against ‘massive’ uranium mine proposal in Cibola National Forest

Catron County locals are rallying against a big uranium mining project proposed by NovaCore near Datil in the Cibola National Forest. The company claims it will act responsibly, but many residents are concerned about potential environmental damage and the impact on their way of life. This opposition underscores broader fears about the risks of uranium mining, including contamination and long-term ecological damage, highlighting a clash between economic development and environmental conservation.