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When can a power company take your land for data center infrastructure?
Aaron Walayat, University of Dayton The artificial intelligence boom in the United States is being matched by a data center building boom. There are more than 3,000 data centers in the U.S. and another 1,500 in development, according to a Pew Research Center analysis. While President Donald Trump has promoted AI advancement, calling it crucial…
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In Ohio, who really gets a say in Anduril weapons factories?
Newly released emails show the strength of Anduril’s legislative influence in Ohio.
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Nelsonville Dog Park now open
A series of planned improvements will soon provide new ways to play for dogs and their human companions.
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Summer construction in Athens County
A look at local road and infrastructure construction for summer 2026.
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Shelter project kicks off next phase with celebration
Sunset Shelter Project organizers invite locals to come ask questions about next steps on Friday, June 12 at Devil’s Kettle Brewing.
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Nelsonville TV Cable customers face new choices
The local company prepares to transition operations to Spectrum after 74 years in business.
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Local fire departments plan for electric vehicle fires
Electric vehicles and many household devices contain lithium ion batteries, which can cause “runaway fires” when damaged.
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Shared-use path will connect bikeway to State Route 682
Local governments will pay only about 2% of the estimated $1.7 million needed to complete the project.
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Renters, city landlords surveyed (Updated)
Student tenants and Athens landlords have until May 31 to complete surveys designed to inform rental code enforcement procedures.
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Switched without consent: Electricity bill scams explained
Slamming scams switch customers’ energy providers without their consent, driving up bills and exposing private information.
