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News Analysis Tuberville’s Data Center Plan: Good Bones, Big Gaps A new data center proposal from Alabama's Sen. Tuberville draws mixed reviews. Here's why the details matter to your bills and your water. September 8, 2026 Read →

News Analysis Anniston Hits Pause on Data Centers — Here’s Why That Matters Anniston, Alabama adopted a temporary moratorium on data centers. Here's what that pause typically means and why residents should pay attention. August 27, 2026 Read →

News Analysis Alabama’s Data Center Boom: The Costs Nobody’s Tallying An Alabama op-ed warns of unaddressed costs from data centers. Here's why power, water, and tax questions deserve public scrutiny. August 23, 2026 Read →

News Analysis Tuscaloosa-Area Residents Push Back on Data Center Plan Neighbors near Tuscaloosa say a proposed data center is moving forward without them. Here's why that fight looks familiar nationwide. August 22, 2026 Read →

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