Shelby Co. (AL) data center fights
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- Oct 15NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlykalkine.ca · Alabama
- Oct 14MORATORIUM·AlabamaDigi Power X secured $200 million in debt financing syndicated by Goldman Sachs to develop a 40MW data center in Columbiana, Alabama, with phases scheduled for completion by end of 2026 and Q1 2027. Cloud provider Cerebras signed on for the full capacity in May.DCD · Alabama
- Oct 13NEWS·AlabamaDigi Power X secured a commitment letter for US$200 million in debt financing from a major lending institution to support development of its 40 MW AI data center in Alabama. The financing, syndicated by Goldman Sachs, is expected to close within 90 days and will help complete the Alabama project while preserving corporate liquidity.Proactive financial news · Alabama
- Oct 13UTILITIES·AlabamaHeadline onlymarketscreener.com · Alabama
- Oct 13NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyDealroom · Alabama
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- Oct 13NEWS·AlabamaDigi Power X received a $200 million debt financing commitment from a major lender, syndicated by Goldman Sachs, to support completion of its 40 MW Alabama AI data center. The financing is expected to close within 90 days, subject to definitive documentation and lender diligence completion.Stock Titan · Alabama
- Oct 13NEWS·AlabamaDigi Power X announced a $200 million debt financing commitment syndicated by Goldman Sachs to support completion of its 40 MW AI data center in Alabama, with closing expected within 90 days. The company is also expanding its AI token factory infrastructure through its NeoCloudz platform and converting New York sites to reduce noise and water consumption.TradingView · Alabama · also at ACCESS Newswire
- Oct 13VOTE·Orleans Parish, LAThree candidates are competing for a Louisiana Public Service Commission seat covering southeastern Louisiana, with data centers and utility rates as central campaign issues. The race includes Republican state Rep. Stephanie Hilferty, no-party candidate Chris Justin, and Democrat Connie Norris, who are all pledging to lower utility rates and address concerns about Magnolia Water and Meta's data center expansion.NOLA.com · Orleans Parish, LA
- Oct 6NEWSThe Shelby County Health Department's September inspections of 100 food establishments produced mixed results, with more than 25 receiving perfect scores and three establishments—Mellow Mushroom, Exxon Food Mart, and Pinto Thai—receiving the lowest score of 85. Some repeat inspections showed improvements while others declined from their May evaluations.AL.com
- Oct 1NEWS·Tuscaloosa Co., ALA 55-year-old Helena man died Wednesday night when his SUV left U.S. Highway 82 east of Tuscaloosa, struck an embankment and overturned. The driver was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected from the vehicle, authorities said.Tuscaloosa Thread · Tuscaloosa Co., AL
- Sep 28NEWS·AlabamaFour people were arrested following an attempted robbery Sunday night at a Husky Mart Gas Station in Helena. Police apprehended three suspects at the scene and located the fourth after establishing a perimeter and conducting a search.WBRC · Alabama
- Sep 18MORATORIUM·Jefferson Co., ALAt least 17 Alabama cities have implemented temporary bans on new data center development, with some acting preemptively before companies express interest. Most moratoria are clustered in central Alabama, where cities cite concerns about responsible development and resource constraints like water availability.al.com · Jefferson Co., AL
- Sep 14NEWS·AlabamaThe Business Council of Alabama's political action committee is launching a statewide campaign called "Coach Means Business" supporting Republican U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville's gubernatorial bid, featuring billboards and grassroots efforts through November highlighting his tax-cutting and deregulation record.Yellowhammer News · Alabama
- Sep 11LAWSUIT·Jefferson Co., ALData centers have emerged as a dominant midterm election issue in Alabama, Nevada, and Pennsylvania, with voters across party lines opposing large AI computing facilities due to concerns about electricity costs, water usage, environmental impacts, and limited long-term job creation. Democratic and Republican candidates are responding with varying positions, from stricter regulations to tax abatement reviews.The American Prospect · Jefferson Co., AL
- Sep 1MORATORIUM·Jefferson Co., ALHarpersville adopted a six-month moratorium on data center development in August and held the first of planned informational sessions to study potential economic and infrastructure impacts before developers approach the town.abc3340.com · Jefferson Co., AL · also at abc3340.com
- Sep 1ZONING·AlabamaHarpersville held its first of six planned information sessions Monday to educate residents about potential data center development, though no company has approached the city. The city council approved a six-month pause on data center projects in August to study economic and infrastructure impacts before considering future regulations.WVTM · Alabama
- Aug 27NEWS·TennesseeA Tennessee woman was arrested following a high-speed chase on Highway 280 that ended in a crash after she struck a utility pole. Patricia Grant faces charges including drug trafficking, attempting to elude police, and possession of drug paraphernalia after fentanyl was found in her vehicle.WBRC · Tennessee
- Aug 25MORATORIUM·AlabamaHelena's City Council held the first reading of an amendment to its development moratorium that would allow two previously-approved projects—an Ace Hardware with convenience store and gas pumps near Highway 58, and a Valvoline oil-change facility—to proceed. The council also plans to separate data centers from the existing moratorium and create a standalone data center moratorium with more detailed restrictions.WBMA · Alabama
- Aug 25MORATORIUMA proposed data center on over 400 acres in Westover has progressed through multiple zoning approvals since discussions began in May 2024, with the property rezoned to Employment Center-Industrial in February 2025 and purchased by Swift Willow Property in June 2025 for $6.5 million. The City Council recently approved a six-month moratorium on data centers while officials evaluate potential regulations.WBMA
- Aug 23MORATORIUM·AlabamaWestover residents attended a town hall to express concerns about a proposed data center on over 450 acres near U.S. 280. The city council approved a six-month moratorium on data centers to evaluate the industry, though some residents said the pause won't change their opposition to the project.WKRG · Alabama · also at WKRG
- Aug 21NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyWHNT.com · Alabama
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- Aug 21MORATORIUM·AlabamaDevelopers presented plans for a proposed 124-acre data center project in Westover at a town hall Thursday, projecting 500 to 1,000 construction jobs and 200 permanent positions. The city council approved a six-month moratorium on data centers this week, covering the proposed project.WBRC · Alabama
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- Aug 20MORATORIUM·AlabamaWestover is hosting a town hall Thursday night to discuss a proposed data center along Highway 280. Residents from Westover and neighboring Harpersville have raised concerns about potential air pollution, noise, water contamination, and the facility's water usage, while city leaders note it could generate tax revenue for municipal services and schools.WBRC · Alabama
- Aug 20MORATORIUM·AlabamaHarpersville's town council approved a six-month moratorium on data centers to study their economic and infrastructure impacts. The town will host informational sessions starting Aug. 31 to examine data center operations and types.WBRC 6 News · Alabama
- Aug 19MORATORIUM·AlabamaWestover, Alabama unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on data center development after residents expressed concerns about environmental and health impacts. The decision follows failed negotiations with a developer over a proposed 450-acre site.WBRC · Alabama
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- Aug 19MORATORIUMHeadline onlyShelby County Reporter
- Aug 19MORATORIUMThe Westover City Council unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on data centers Tuesday as residents voiced concerns about a proposed development. The moratorium will allow city leaders time to consider potential zoning and development regulation changes.WBMA
- Aug 17MORATORIUM·Mobile Co., ALCullman's Planning Commission will consider a permanent ban on data center development at its Sept. 1 meeting, following a temporary moratorium enacted in June. The proposed ordinance cites concerns including power demands, water usage, noise, traffic impacts, and compatibility with community character.The Cullman Times · Mobile Co., AL
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- Aug 16MORATORIUM·AlabamaWestover will host a town hall Thursday to discuss a proposed 450-acre data center along Highway 280 and Cheshire Drive. Mayor Bobby Pardue said no permits have been filed with Alabama's environmental agency and officials haven't signed non-disclosure agreements.WBRC 6 News · Alabama
- Aug 16MORATORIUM·AlabamaWestover, Alabama officials postponed a vote on a proposed six-month data center moratorium and scheduled a town hall for Aug. 20 to gather public input, with the event expected to include city officials, the developer, Alabama Power, and a neutral moderator.The Cool Down · Alabama · also at Yahoo
- Aug 14MORATORIUMHelena city leaders are considering a 180-day moratorium on new or expanded data centers, gas stations, auto dealerships and related businesses to review zoning regulations and determine appropriate locations and operating requirements for these uses.WBMA
- Aug 14NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyBlockspace Media · Alabama
- Aug 14NEWS·AlabamaDigi Power X reported second-quarter revenue of $6.6 million while transitioning toward AI computing and GPU rental services, generating $1.1 million from GPU bare-metal rentals at its Alabama facility. The company posted adjusted EBITDA of $3.3 million but a net loss of $14.4 million for the quarter.TradingView · Alabama
- Aug 14NEWS·AlabamaDigi Power X reported $6.6 million in Q2 2026 revenue, including $1.1 million from its first AI compute income through GPU rentals. The company achieved positive adjusted EBITDA of $3.3 million and reaffirmed its $1.1 billion 10-year Alabama data center contract, with potential expansion to $2.5 billion.Pluang · Alabama
- Aug 13ZONING·AlabamaHelena city leaders are considering a 180-day temporary suspension on data centers, gas stations, mechanic shops, and car dealerships in certain corridors, citing environmental concerns and the need to develop better regulations for these industries.WBRC · Alabama
- Aug 13MORATORIUM·Lowndes Co., ALDoug Jones, the Democratic nominee for Alabama governor, called for a one-year moratorium on data center construction statewide during a Lowndes County visit Wednesday. Jones advocated for transparency and public economic impact studies before communities decide whether to approve such projects, contrasting his position with Republican nominee Tommy Tuberville's support for data center development.Alabama Political Reporter · Lowndes Co., AL
- Aug 12MORATORIUM·Jefferson Co., ALHelena, an Alabama city near Birmingham, approved a six-month moratorium on new or expanding data centers, gas stations, auto parts shops, and vehicle dealerships. The temporary ban allows the city to study regulatory mechanisms and prepare zoning amendments.AL.com · Jefferson Co., AL
- Aug 10MORATORIUM·AlabamaHelena city leaders will consider a 180-day moratorium on new or expanded gas stations, auto shops, dealerships and data centers while reviewing zoning regulations and growth plans. The measure would also restrict such businesses within 500 feet of four highways.WBMA · Alabama
- Aug 8MORATORIUMHeadline onlyShelby County Reporter
- Aug 6MORATORIUM·Jefferson Co., ALA columnist emailed Republican Tommy Tuberville's gubernatorial campaign requesting specifics on his policy positions across multiple issue areas outlined on his website. After two months, the campaign has not responded to the inquiry.AL.com · Jefferson Co., AL
- Aug 3NEWSPCMag's evaluation of over 70 laptop models found an average price of $1,599.99, roughly double the $800 median budget that surveyed U.S. consumers planning laptop purchases indicated they could spend. Chip shortages, memory costs, and competition from AI data centers for materials are cited as contributing factors to rising prices.AL.com
- Jul 24ZONING·AlabamaColumbiana's city council approved a $3.5 million community impact payment from DigiPowerX, a Bitcoin mining company converting to a data center operations. The company receives a 12-month sales and use tax abatement during construction, with the city planning to use funds for infrastructure projects like sidewalk and road improvements.WBRC · Alabama
- Jul 24MORATORIUM·AlabamaTwo Alabama Democratic candidates—former U.S. Senator Doug Jones, running for governor, and state Rep. Phillip Ensler, running for lieutenant governor—are calling for a statewide moratorium on new data center development. They cite concerns about impacts on the power grid, water usage, and local quality of life, and want time for environmental review and public input before approving projects.AL.com · Alabama
- Jul 21MORATORIUMFairfield Mayor Herman Carnes Jr. revealed that Missouri-based AI infrastructure company Patmos is proposing a colocation data center in the city. The city council unanimously voted to impose a moratorium on new data center and nonprofit applications, though the ban does not apply to Patmos's current proposal.AL.com
- Jul 9NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyProactive financial news · Alabama
- Jul 7NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyStock Titan · Alabama
- Jul 3PERMIT·Talladega Co., ALHeadline onlySylacauga News · Talladega Co., AL
- May 29NEWSHeadline onlyShelby County Reporter
- May 21NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyConstruction Review · Alabama
- May 6NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyData Center Dynamics · Alabama
- May 6DEALSHeadline onlyShelby County Reporter
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- Feb 2ZONINGHeadline onlyShelby County Reporter
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- Jan 16NEWS·Jefferson Co., ALHeadline onlyWBRC · Jefferson Co., AL
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- Jan 15HEARINGHeadline onlyWBMA · also at WBMA
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- Jan 14HEARINGHeadline onlyShelby County Reporter
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- Aug 24NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyAlabama Reflector · Alabama
- May 25NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyData Center Dynamics · Alabama
- Feb 21NEWS·AlabamaHeadline onlyData Center Dynamics · Alabama