Episode
Tribes Win: Graphite Mine Cancelled in Sacred Black Hills
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- May 10, 2026
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- 71
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Summary
Pete Lien and Sons, a South Dakota mining company, abandons graphite drilling project near Pe’Sla, a sacred Sioux meadow. Nine tribes and NDN Collective successfully halt drilling, citing permit violations and historic preservation laws. This cancellation highlights the power of community resistance in protecting sacred spaces and tribal claims. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d83132729e38c5bf