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Wisconsin Leaders Demand Pause on Power Lines | La Crosse News
Congressman Derrick Van Orden is demanding Governor Tony Evers halt two massive 765-kilovolt power line projects in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region — the BECI and MariBell lines — citing overwhelming local opposition. Farmers, landowners, and communities fear lost property value, farming disruptions, easement restrictions, and environmental damage. Van Orden and fellow lawmakers urge the governor to use executive authority to impose a moratorium, giving residents a chance to be heard before final approval moves forward. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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