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Atchison County is at a crossroads, facing potential noise and land-use challenges from future data centers without zoning regulations in place.

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County counselor outlines options to address potential data‑center noise and land‑use impacts
Atchison County's counselor told commissioners the county lacks zoning and outlined options — county noise regulations, narrowly tailored resolutions for data centers, or seeking state legislative authority — while noting no applications exist yet.
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September 16, 2026 at 9:31 PM
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Jackson's Town Council just approved significant increases to water and sewer rates, plus a new irrigation ordinance—are you ready for the changes ahead?

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Council approves Title 13 amendments raising water and sewer rates, adding master‑meter structure and irrigation ordinance
The Town Council voted unanimously March 16 to amend Title 13 of the Jackson Municipal Code: water rates would rise about 25%, sewer charges about 10%, a master‑meter rate structure for some developments was added, and a three‑phase irrigation ordinance with trigger thresholds was adopted, effective June 1, 2026.
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March 20, 2026 at 5:51 AM
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Clallam County is stepping up its game with a $750K investment to enhance the Carlsberg water system, ensuring cleaner drinking water and sustainable growth for the community!

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Clallam County PUD invests in Carlsberg water system to boost drinking water access
County facilitates $750K ARPA funding to enhance Carlsberg water utility and rights
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April 23, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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Texas legislators are tackling critical issues with a bold new package of bills that could reshape digital rights, education accountability, and utility financing.

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Texas Senate introduces multiple bills addressing digital rights and education accountability
Senate introduces bills covering digital rights, education accountability, and utility financing.
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March 17, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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A new bill in Vermont aims to regulate large data centers, addressing their massive energy consumption and potential community impact before they’re even built.

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House panel reviews bill to regulate large data centers, citing ratepayer, water and siting concerns
Lawmakers heard a walkthrough of H.727, the Vermont Sustainable Data Centers Act, which would set a 20‑megawatt threshold for review, require a separate PUC rate class and CPG, mandate certain contract protections and reporting, and authorize demand‑side management and potential revenue measures to fund local benefits.
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February 7, 2026 at 3:52 AM
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Oregon's latest legislative session has sparked significant changes, including a fee increase for maritime pilots and a new framework for school funding that could reshape the state's financial landscape.

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Oregon House passes multiple bills including fee increases for maritime pilots and education funding
Oregon House approves bills raising maritime pilot fees and modifying school funding distribution.
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June 9, 2025 at 1:55 PM