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Map shows the proposed location, outlined in red, of a 3-megawatt solar power facility near Durkee, which is at the far left.

This photo shows part of the property where a solar power facility is proposed near Durkee, about 25 miles southeast of Baker City.

A North Carolina company wants to build a solar power facility just south of Interstate 84 near Durkee, about 25 miles southeast of Baker City.

Heelstone Development, LLC is seeking a conditional use permit.

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