Blackjewel-related Bank Owes Casper Company More than $500,000Blackjewel-related Bank Owes Casper Company More than $500,000The Milton, W. Va.-based Blackjewel LLC, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy business reorganization on July 1.Tom MortonTom Morton
Judge Approves Wyoming, Montana Coal Mine Bankruptcy SaleJudge Approves Wyoming, Montana Coal Mine Bankruptcy SaleCloud Peak filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy May 10.Associated PressAssociated Press
Blackjewel’s Compliance Over Wage Bonds Under InvestigationBlackjewel’s Compliance Over Wage Bonds Under InvestigationThe cabinet has issued Blackjewel a citation including a $366,500 fine for violation of the law.Associated PressAssociated Press
Cloud Peak Energy Delays Asset Auction AgainCloud Peak Energy Delays Asset Auction AgainThe auction, originally scheduled for Thursday, will take place 11 a.m. EDT Aug. 15 in New York. Zach SpadtZach Spadt
Blackjewel’s Coal Assets Including Those in Wyoming Sold at Auction; hearing MondayBlackjewel’s Coal Assets Including Those in Wyoming Sold at Auction; hearing MondayBelle Ayr and Eagle Butte mines in Campbell County been closed since Blackjewel filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection July 1.Associated PressAssociated Press
Judge Approves Contura As Blackjewel LLC BidderJudge Approves Contura As Blackjewel LLC BidderFederal bankruptcy judge Frank Volk approved the motion Friday morning. Zach SpadtZach Spadt
No Ruling Thursday; Wyoming Coal Mines’ Future Remains in LimboNo Ruling Thursday; Wyoming Coal Mines’ Future Remains in LimboBlackjewel Attorney Stephen Lerner said Contura is the only company that has shown willingness to finance Blackjewel's assets. Zach SpadtZach Spadt
Blackjewel Proposes Selling Wyoming Mines Back to ConturaBlackjewel Proposes Selling Wyoming Mines Back to ConturaBlackjewel operates some 32 properties in total and holds over 500 mining permits, more than any other mining enterprise in the country. Nick LearnedNick Learned
Coal Bankruptcy Ruling Could Mean $30M Hit to Wyoming CountyCoal Bankruptcy Ruling Could Mean $30M Hit to Wyoming CountyLocal officials say Campbell County alone could be owed $30 million or more.Associated PressAssociated Press
Blackjewel Still Looking For Money for Campbell County MinesBlackjewel Still Looking For Money for Campbell County MinesAfter another unsuccessful attempt to get $20 million, it was able to obtain $5 million in emergency funding to secure the mines and the equipment.Tom MortonTom Morton