Data Centers: Central Indiana’s Potential and Johnson County’s Perspective - Cozzy Energy Solutions Indianapolis – Central Indiana Regional Development Authority leaders presented an in-depth overview of data centers Wednesday, though Johnson County officials say local interest in such facilities remains limited. The presentation, held at Indiana University Indianapolis, brought together leaders from across Central Indiana to discuss the requirements, benefits, and challenges of data centers hosted by CIRDA,

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UA among 15 finalists for NSF critical minerals proposal that could bring $160 million Pat Pitney said the University of Alaska is one of 15 finalists for a National Science Foundation critical minerals proposal; winning would mean a $160 million award over ten years with an expectation of $3 million per year in matching support.

The University of Alaska is in the running for a game-changing $160 million National Science Foundation grant that could revolutionize critical minerals research!

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House cut to sport-fish funding could close Fairbanks hatchery; Fish and Game outlines $274M FY27 request The Department of Fish and Game told a Senate subcommittee that the governor's FY27 budget request totals $274 million and relies on federal Dingle Johnson and Pittman-Robertson grants and the fish and game fund; a House subcommittee decrement of $3.25 million to sport-fish hatchery authority could force the closure of the Ruth Barnett Hatchery in Fairbanks, the commissioner said.

A shocking budget cut could shut down Fairbanks' Ruth Barnett Hatchery, jeopardizing vital sport-fish programs and local economies.

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Colvin stakes Fayetteville’s future on education, partnerships | Opinion Mayor Mitch Colvin’s State of the City address emphasized education, safety, and partnerships. Here is what he said.

Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin declares the State of the City "strong." Here is why he says so. #FayettevilleNC #CrimePrevention #EconomicDevelopment #transit #housing

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House rejects amendment to extend data‑center refurbishment tax exemption, passes narrowed bill Lawmakers debated whether to preserve tax exemptions for existing data‑center refurbishment contracts. The House voted down Rep. Orcutt’s amendment to preserve certificates for existing contracts and then passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 62 31 on final passage.

In a pivotal vote, Washington State House rejects an amendment to protect tax exemptions for data-center refurbishment contracts, raising concerns about future costs and local jobs.

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Senate rejects amendment to restore $5 million to cultural endowment Lawmakers debated AM 2579, which sought to prevent a one-time $5 million transfer from the Nebraska Cultural Endowment; proponents warned cuts would reduce grant-making to arts organizations statewide, while opponents said committee changes left $10 million intact and the state must address a budget shortfall. The amendment failed on a 14-23 roll call.

Nebraska lawmakers have rejected a crucial amendment that would have safeguarded $5 million for the Cultural Endowment, sparking fierce debate over the future of arts funding and its impact on local communities.

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IDB re‑induces $48M in revenue bonds for Dominion Encore affordable housing on Buena Vista The Industrial Development Board approved inducement of approximately $48 million in revenue bonds for the Dominion Encore affordable‑housing project on Buena Vista, authorizing the developer to pursue THDA funding and triggering a TEFRA public hearing; the motion carried and the chair recorded an indirect conflict and abstained.

Nashville is one step closer to a new affordable housing project as the Industrial Development Board greenlights $48 million in revenue bonds for the Dominion Encore on Buena Vista!

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IDB approves Tennessee ECD grants for Berry Hill scoring stages and Antioch production stages The Industrial Development Board approved two Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD) grants for entertainment infrastructure: a large scoring‑stages project in Berry Hill and a purpose‑built production stage in Antioch (listed in agenda materials as Nove/NAAV/Nas Entertainment). Both approvals passed with the chair recorded as abstaining.

Tennessee is set to boost its entertainment industry with the approval of groundbreaking grants for new scoring stages and production facilities, promising over 1,000 jobs and millions in economic impact.

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Senate reconsiders, then passes Coleman-backed bill to help rural towns attract new residents The Oklahoma Senate on March 13 reconsidered and passed Senate Bill 1696 as an emergency measure after Senator Coleman moved to reopen the bill; sponsors say the grant program preserves local control and aims to help struggling rural communities, and the measure passed 41-2.

The Oklahoma Senate just passed an emergency bill aimed at revitalizing struggling rural communities by attracting new residents with grants—could this be the lifeline these towns need?

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Tourism staff reports grant closeout, new grant applications and rising local visitation Staff reported closing a co‑op marketing grant (noting future swag must be preapproved), submitted an OHVR grant and is preparing an RTP application, and said county collections totaled $588,000 (down 5% statewide) while local TRT showed year‑over‑year increases.

Utah's tourism bureau is shaking things up with new grant applications, rising local collections, and a fresh marketing strategy to boost visitor engagement!

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House rejects amendment that would delay income‑tax act until Sonics return The House considered Amendment 25‑51, which would have delayed the act until the NBA restored the Seattle SuperSonics; the proposal drew emotional floor recollections but failed on a recorded vote (37‑56).

In a dramatic session, the House voted down Amendment 25-51, which sought to delay an income tax act until the return of the beloved Seattle SuperSonics, igniting passionate debates and memories from lawmakers!

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Thomasville mayor reports progress on potential hospital sale; Zaxby's opening and industrial-site interest follow Council leadership reported a signed contract and active due diligence on a closed hospital site, a letter of intent on redevelopment, pending interest in the old Energex site, an imminent Zaxby's opening that will require short-term traffic controls, and progress on the South Industrial Park road-extension project.

Exciting developments are underway in Thomasville with a signed contract on the closed hospital site, a new Zaxby's restaurant opening soon, and multiple industrial projects in the works!

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Morton County Commission approves $25,000 grant, two abatements and zoning permits At its Nov. 14 meeting the Morton County Commission approved a $25,000 development grant to BMC Ag Solutions LLP, two tax abatements, a scoria-extraction special-use permit with reclamation and dust controls, and a permanent sign permit requiring stamped plans and a building permit.

The Morton County Commission just approved a $25,000 grant and key zoning permits that could reshape local development and industry standards!

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Coffee County adopts $22.29 million FY2025 general fund budget, approves alcohol renewals with one tabled The Coffee County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $22.29 million General Fund and $26.30 million combined Special Revenue budget for FY2025, approved most alcohol renewal licenses while tabling West Green Liquor pending administrative review, and confirmed board appointments for 2025.

Coffee County just approved a staggering $22.29 million budget for FY2025 amidst routine decisions, but one liquor license remains in limbo!

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King and Queen supervisors approve deed of trust to secure $1.6M federal EDA grant for telehealth center Following a public hearing with no speakers, the board adopted a resolution and recorded a Deed of Trust to satisfy a $1.6 million Economic Development Administration grant condition for a telehealth and business development center on county land. The deed establishes a 20-year encumbrance and detailed federal compliance requirements.

King and Queen County just secured a $1.6M federal grant to build a cutting-edge telehealth and business development center, paving the way for innovation and growth!

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Newton approves 50-year lease, $1.5 million parking investment to secure Delco IV mixed-use project Newton City Council unanimously approved an Economic Development Agreement and long-term lease with Delco IV, LLC on April 1, 2025, committing the city to a $1.5 million investment in parking and leasing city property for 50 years (renewable) to support an estimated $24 million mixed commercial/multi-family project.

Newton City Council just greenlit a groundbreaking $24 million mixed-use project, investing $1.5 million in parking to transform downtown!

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Sumter County Council votes 6–1 to keep school millage at 159.4 After debate over additional millage, Sumter County Council voted 6–1 on June 28 to fund the Sumter School District for 2022–23 at the same millage as 2021–22 (159.4 mills); Councilman Eugene Baten opposed, urging an extra 10.9 mills the district sought.

In a pivotal vote, Sumter County Council decided to keep the school district's millage at 159.4, igniting a heated debate on the future of local education funding.

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Simpson County Fiscal Court approves budget amendments, grant commitments and project authorizations At its Jan. 17 meeting the Simpson County Fiscal Court approved multiple routine financial actions — including a 13% local match for a $600,000 Hazard Mitigation Grant safe room, establishment of an opioid settlement account, first reading of a budget amendment, and authorization to seek a $2.4M grant for Project Thoroughbred.

Simpson County is making strides in safety and economic development with a new FEMA safe room, opioid settlement account, and a $2.4M grant pursuit for industrial improvements!

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Lunenburg supervisors approve broadband contract, ARPA tower funding and routine warrants At its Feb. 10 meeting the Lunenburg County Board of Supervisors accepted a Kinex Telecom broadband proposal, earmarked ARPA funds to build two radio towers for the county radio system, approved routine payroll/warrants and made a board appointment; several funding requests will be reviewed further.

Lunenburg County is set to boost its connectivity and communication infrastructure with a unanimous vote to fund a broadband project and construct two new radio towers!

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REAL AZ briefs Snowflake council on local outreach, flags regional energy potential Chris Pasterz of REAL AZ updated the Snowflake Town Council on the group's local activity and invited participation in six annual Snowflake meetings; he told councilmembers there is potential for nuclear development in northeast Arizona.

The Snowflake Town Council is exploring new economic opportunities, including the potential for nuclear power in northeast Arizona—are they ready to take the next step?

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Tazewell County IDA backs VCEDA seed applications, approves Ponderosa geotechnical study The Industrial Development Authority unanimously authorized letters of support for three VCEDA seed-capital applications and approved a geotechnical study for Project Ponderosa, with study costs to be reimbursed by grant funds if available.

Tazewell County's Industrial Development Authority is throwing its full support behind local businesses as they apply for essential VCEDA seed-capital grants!

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Simpson County fiscal court backs Project Wave distribution center and Project Pappy metals operation Simpson County Fiscal Court on Dec. 2 authorized letters of support to the Kentucky Economic Development Cabinet for Project Wave, a proposed food‑industry distribution center on Steele Road, and Project Pappy, which is pursuing the Fritz Winter facility in Wilkey Industrial Park; the court also approved a road‑use agreement for Steele Road.

Simpson County is paving the way for economic growth with new support for a food distribution center and metals operation that could transform local industry!

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Bay Minette council approves franchise fee deal, cedes megasite permitting to Baldwin County At its Aug. 1, 2022 meeting, the Bay Minette City Council unanimously approved a franchise fee payment agreement with North Baldwin Utilities, agreed to let Baldwin County handle permitting for the South Alabama Megasite, authorized a multi-party project agreement involving Novelis Corporation, and approved payables and several routine resolutions.

The Bay Minette City Council has taken significant steps towards economic development by approving a franchise fee agreement and transferring megasite permitting to Baldwin County.

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Henderson Council trims FY26 budget, weighs development strategy and credit options At a May 20 budget session, Henderson City officials approved a roughly $28 million General Fund with targeted allocations, discussed using city-owned lots for affordable housing and redevelopment, and reviewed a $3 million line of credit that the city manager said he terminated; no formal financing vote occurred.

Henderson City Council is reshaping its future with a new $28 million budget and bold plans for affordable housing, but what does this mean for the community?

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Chester County Council approves industrial incentives and development agreements; one member records lone dissent Council approved a series of economic development measures on Feb. 2, 2026, including a fee-in-lieu agreement for Project 2493 (6–1) and preliminary incentives for Project 2354 (7–0); the Council also approved a development agreement with Lando Investments and Fishing Creek Associates (7–0).

Chester County Council just greenlit major economic development measures, including incentives for two new projects, but one council member stood alone in dissent!

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Spencer County Fiscal Court urges Congress to raise industrial hemp THC limit to 1% After a presentation from Martin Smith, the Spencer County Fiscal Court approved a resolution asking federal and state legislators to raise the allowable THC concentration in industrial hemp from 0.3% to 1.0% to increase yield and farm profitability; vote was 4‑0 with two abstentions.

Spencer County Fiscal Court is pushing for a significant change in industrial hemp legislation that could double the allowed THC limit, potentially boosting profits for local farmers!

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Dickson County Commission unanimously approves negotiations for Project Knight Pilot, courtroom video grant and $1.5M paving notes At its Sept. 20 meeting, the Dickson County Commission unanimously passed a package of resolutions authorizing economic development negotiations for the ConAgra facility (Project Knight Pilot), accepting a $100,000 state grant for a courtroom video arraignment system (county share $10,865), and authorizing up to $1.5 million in paving notes.

The Dickson County Commission just greenlit major economic development initiatives, including a $100,000 grant for courtroom technology and up to $1.5 million for road improvements!

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Lunenburg adopts solar revenue‑sharing ordinance; board finds Red Brick Solar project in accord with comprehensive plan The Board adopted an ordinance allowing revenue‑sharing agreements for solar projects and voted 6–0 (with one abstention) that Red Brick Solar’s proposal is in substantial conformance with the county comprehensive plan; supervisors voiced environmental and buffering concerns and said permits and conditions remain required.

Lunenburg County takes a bold step towards renewable energy by adopting a revenue-sharing ordinance for solar projects, paving the way for the contentious Red Brick Solar proposal to move forward!

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Developers outline Fleming County solar project as officials weigh participation in tax-exempt bond process On Jan. 12, 2021, AEUG Fleming Solar LLC representatives described a proposed local solar project and requested Fleming County Fiscal Court participation that would enable federal, state and local tax-exempt status for Industrial Revenue Bonds; court members and local leaseholders raised questions about site selection, geotechnical risks, equipment sourcing, costs and property reassessment.

Fleming County is at a crossroads as officials weigh the potential economic boost from a proposed solar energy project against pressing community concerns and environmental risks.

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