Protesters in Tallahassee oppose oil drilling near the Apalachicola River, citing risks to ecosystem and economy.

Protesters gathered in Tallahassee to oppose oil drilling plans near the Apalachicola River, arguing it could harm the local ecosystem and economy. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection approved a permit for Clearwater Land & Minerals FLA, LLC to drill an exploratory well, but the decision is facing legal challenges from the environmental group Apalachicola Riverkeeper. An administrative law judge is reviewing the case, weighing environmental risks against potential economic benefits.

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