West Virginia officials introduced a proposal to host a ‘Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus’ for the Trump administration without consulting local communities.
Shepherdstown residents voiced their opposition, particularly concerned about accepting nuclear waste from other regions.
The Old Standard Quarry in Harpers Ferry, known for its historical significance and current use for bungee jumping, was among the locations considered for this initiative.
This proposal raised significant environmental and safety concerns among the local population.

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