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Yamhill County OKs marijuana facility over objections

Published December 6, 2019 9:34 am

NEWBERG, Ore. (AP) — Planning commissioners in Yamhill County have approved a controversial proposed hemp and marijuana processing facility.

KOIN reports the facility will be located 12 minutes outside downtown Newberg.

Many members of the public are concerned about livability, water usage, odors, traffic, noises, proximity to homes, possible chemical usage, a potential increase in crime and more.

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