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Middleway Water Bottling Project Sparks Legal Battle

Sidewinder Files Lawsuit Against Jefferson County Planning Commission

The Independent Observer | Thursday, April 17, 2025

By Mckenna Galloway

Sidewinder LLC has initiated legal action in Circuit Court to advance its plans for a water bottling facility in Middleway. This development could have significant implications for local residents and businesses in the surrounding areas, as reported by The Independent Observer, raising discussions about environmental considerations and community impact within the region.

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