RENO, Nev. (AP) — Despite opposition by residents, a Storey County panel has recommended plans by a mining company to haul truckloads of ore on a winding state highway frequented by tourists.

The county planning commission voted 4-2 vote on Thursday to endorse Comstock Mining Inc.’s request to use State Route 342 in conjunction with its open pit mine operation near Virginia City. The commission is expected to take final action on the request in August.