June Evans presented Buoie Bick's FY26 impact report: 98 Buoie-based businesses served, flagship programs reporting multi-million-dollar revenues among cohorts, and proposals to leverage government-contracting work and Buoie State University partnerships to retain talent and attract companies.

Om Prakash seeks rezoning approval for truck stop and employment opportunities in Bowie.

Municipal solid‑waste staff outlined a proposal to convert Anchorage area trash into roughly 25 megawatts of reliable power, extend landfill life and recover metals; officials said studies and finance work are underway and construction is targeted to begin in 2030 with operation in 2031.

Council approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with Red River Investments LLC for a minimum 70-room Hampton Inn & Suites, including a $500,000 land-value/performance grant and a graduated tax reimbursement program capped at $1.5 million.

Rosemary Bates, Gallatins economic development director, described a largely positive experience hosting a Meta data center: TVA-backed electricity contracts, up to hundreds of construction jobs, direct operating jobs in the low hundreds, paid road and utility extensions, and limited resident complaints once mitigation was in place.

Multiple residents asked Kirksville's council to pause or adopt protections on potential data-center development, citing concerns about water and power use, noise, environmental impacts and property impacts; council scheduled a study session July 20 to review what staff learned.

Legislature amends code to require US-produced iron and steel for state-funded construction projects

Gateway Studios complex promises significant economic boost and job creation for Chesterfield community.

The Gun Barrel City Economic Development Corporation and city council approved a performance-based assistance package for Soulman's Barbecue to renovate the former Whataburger at 938 Main Street. The package combines grants and a loan, is tied to a certificate of occupancy, and includes hiring expectations and building renovation commitments.

Donlin Gold told the Alaska Senate Finance Committee that its Donlin Gold project would include a 316-mile, mostly buried 14-inch gas pipeline and a 220-megawatt on-site power plant sized for the mine; company representatives said a 2027 feasibility completion and financial investment decision (FID) remain the near-term milestones.

ConocoPhillips told the House Resources Committee that the Doyon 26 rig incident produced no serious injuries, the company supplied a substitute rig and expects no material change to its long‑term production forecast; Conoco also reviewed major projects including Willow (first oil targeted 2029) and highlighted multi‑decade investments in Alaska.

Council grants conditional approval for new drive-through food service adjacent to residential area.

Wythe County supervisors approved an estoppel statement confirming Fluid Stack's recent purchase of the Solless Arcs property at Progress Park, while county staff reminded the company it must submit a detailed site plan that satisfies Progress Park covenants before building permits are issued.

Western Hospitality applies for a three-year property tax abatement for its new hotel.

Motel owner requests waiver of penalties to maintain operations after costly upgrades.

Weber County said it approved participation in a community reinvestment area to support Rise Bakery’s expansion in Pleasant View; officials estimate the project will add about 50 to 150 jobs and includes sustainability measures aimed at improving local air quality.