The United Mine Workers of America are planning a large rally in
Henderson next week to protest actions by Patriot Coal Corp., Peabody
Energy Corp. and Arch Coal that could affect retired miners’ health and
pension benefits. More than 30 busloads of miners, retirees and family
members are expected to arrive from around the Midwest, West Virginia,
Pennsylvania and Ohio, according to UMW spokesman Phil Smith. The rally
is planned for next Tuesday, June 4, at the Henderson County Courthouse.
More details are expected to be released later this week.
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