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Anthropic to spend $50B on US data center infrastructure #Technology #Business #IndustryGiants #DataCenters #InfrastructureInvestment #Anthropic
Anthropic to spend $50B on US data center infrastructure
Anthropic PBC today announced a $50 billion plan to build data centers in the U.S. The initiative will see the artificial intelligence provider open facilities in Texas and New York next year. It plans...
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November 13, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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Tooele County's IT director is proposing a bold plan to save $400,000 by prepaying for critical cybersecurity upgrades while addressing urgent infrastructure needs—will they secure the future?

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IT director recommends prepaying Palo Alto contract; server-room UPS replacement flagged as mandatory
Information Technology Director Scott Persons recommended replacing the server-room uninterruptible power supply and prepaying a Palo Alto security-services contract (about $600,000 upfront) to save roughly $400,000 over three years. He also flagged Cisco and Veeam renewals and the need to upgrade devices to support Windows 11.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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Minnesota's transportation future hangs in the balance as lawmakers debate critical funding cuts and new fees that could reshape public transit and highway safety.

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Minnesota officials discuss funding cuts and safety concerns in omnibus transportation bill
Lawmakers address funding impacts on transit and active transportation in Minnesota.
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April 13, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Sequim's future hangs in the balance as the community rallies for a $150 million bond to revitalize crumbling schools and ensure a safe learning environment for its children.

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Sequim School District seeks $150 million bond to replace aging facilities and improve education
Sequim School District seeks $150 million bond to replace aging infrastructure and improve education.
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January 24, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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New Mexico is taking bold steps to enhance energy efficiency and infrastructure with House Bill 2, allocating millions for community projects and critical repairs.

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New Mexico extends funding timeline for critical dam and irrigation projects
New Mexico extends fiscal deadlines for $15 million in infrastructure funding through 2026.
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February 23, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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Santa Ana residents are demanding greater oversight of a $22 million construction fund while raising concerns about city spending and accountability amid ongoing budget debates.

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Santa Ana debates community oversight for $22M Bristol construction project funds
Residents demand oversight for community funds amid budget concerns and city council pushback.
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May 7, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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Hillsborough County just approved a groundbreaking $48M public safety facility that promises to enhance emergency response times and save millions—transforming the future of community safety!

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County Commissioners approve $48M public safety facility after detailed negotiations
Commissioners celebrate investment in public safety that ensures future expansion and efficiency.
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May 8, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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Urgent infrastructure challenges are threatening the health and safety of residents in Cliffside, as officials scramble to upgrade outdated systems with only $2.8 million in grant assistance.

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Cliffside Sanitary works to improve aging infrastructure with $2.8M grant assistance
Cliffside Sanitary aims to upgrade old systems amid financial and infrastructure challenges.
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May 14, 2025 at 5:44 AM
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Charleston County's council is shifting gears after terminating a $1.8 billion contract, unlocking funds to tackle urgent local infrastructure needs!

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County Council discusses $1.8B contract shift and future road project opportunities
Council members celebrate the removal of the costly Mark Clark project, reallocating funds for other initiatives.
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May 24, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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The Billings City Council has proposed a $457 million budget for FY26, focusing on crucial infrastructure projects and rising personnel costs—will this plan meet the community's needs?

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City Council reviews FY26 budget with $457 million revenue proposal
Council discusses budget allocations and key revenue sources for fiscal year 2026.
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May 24, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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Santa Cruz City Council is making bold moves to secure the future of its wastewater services by approving a crucial rate increase aimed at revamping aging infrastructure and ensuring community support.

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Santa Cruz City Council approves wastewater rate increase to address infrastructure needs
Council adopts revised wastewater user charges to ensure sustainable public services and environmental compliance
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July 2, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Shawnee County's Public Works is gearing up for a major boost with a proposed $82K budget increase aimed at enhancing staffing through CDL training and fleet upgrades!

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Public Works seeks $82K boost for CDL training and dump truck purchase
Public Works aims to enhance staffing with CDL training and vehicle funding in 2026.
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July 8, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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Exciting funding shifts for the Youngs Woods project have garnered strong support from Williamsport's Finance Committee, promising a brighter future for local initiatives!

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Funding shifts for Youngs Woods project gain support
Money allocated for Youngs Woods project receives positive feedback from stakeholders
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July 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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Kankakee is on the brink of a major financial decision that could transform its Environmental Services Utility with a proposed $4 million bond for hydro plant enhancements.

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ESU Proposes $4M Revenue Bond Issuance for Hydro Plant Funding
ESU seeks $4 million bond issuance for hydro plant, with sales planned by September 8.
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July 26, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Salinas is gearing up for a transformative fiscal year with a proposed $285 million budget aimed at boosting economic development, enhancing public safety, and improving infrastructure!

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Finance Committee reviews 2025-26 budget update with $285M proposal
Committee examines operating capital budget reflecting city strategic goals and priorities.
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June 19, 2025 at 1:50 AM
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The Guam Legislature is back in action, tackling crucial budget proposals that could shape the future of education, healthcare, and infrastructure for the community!

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Legislation Resumes Activity After Recess in State Assembly
State Assembly resumes legislative discussions following a brief recess.
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August 12, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Clallam County is making strides to connect underserved areas by securing $203K in ARPA funding for broadband infrastructure—changing lives and bridging the digital divide!

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Commissioners Approve $203K for Broadband Infrastructure from ARPA Funding
Commissioners allocate additional ARPA funds to enhance broadband services for underserved county areas.
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August 13, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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Chase County is taking bold steps to ensure financial integrity and infrastructure improvement, launching a forensic audit amidst concerns of potential mismanagement while eyeing a $100 million bridge grant!

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Chase County Commission Approves Forensic Audit Amid Treasurer's Office Irregularities
Chase County launches forensic audit to investigate potential $100K irregularities in treasury.
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September 1, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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The Trust Deficit in AI Infrastructure Expansion
Communities reject billion-dollar data centers while the industry bets trillions on AI. Why trust and infrastructure reality matter more than capital. Communities are hitting the brakes on data center...
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October 16, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Clarkdale's Town Council just greenlit a $120,000 investment in a cutting-edge hydrovac excavator to enhance lead service-line inspections and streamline essential utility maintenance.

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Clarkdale council approves purchase of hydrovac excavator to meet lead service‑line inventory requirements
The council authorized the town manager to purchase a Vermeer hydro vacuum excavator and associated equipment not to exceed $120,000 to support lead service‑line investigations and other utility tasks.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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Mercer Island's Utility Board just voted for an 8% hike in water rates to tackle critical infrastructure upgrades and rising costs—what does this mean for your bill?

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Mercer Island utility board backs 8% water rate increase to fund major capital program
The board voted to recommend an 8% water rate increase for fiscal 2026 to the City Council, citing near‑term capital reinvestment, existing debt service and externally driven Seattle Public Utilities purchase costs. Staff described a multi‑year asbestos‑cement main replacement program, a $26.6 million bond sale to smooth costs and an uptick in main
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November 7, 2025 at 5:09 AM
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Energy Transfer will not move ahead with a final investment decision for its Lake Charles LNG facility until at least 80% of the project has been sold to equity partners. Bne IntelliNews #EnergyTransfer #LakeCharlesLNG #InvestInEnergy #LNG #InfrastructureInvestment
Energy Transfer seeks equity partners for Lake Charles facility
Energy Transfer will not move ahead with a final investment decision for its Lake Charles LNG facility until at least 80% of the project has been sold to equity partners.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:08 AM
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Google to spend $40B on data center infrastructure in Texas #Technology #Business #IndustryGiants #Google #DataCenters #InfrastructureInvestment
Google to spend $40B on data center infrastructure in Texas
Google LLC today announced plans to spend $40 billion through 2027 on a network of data centers in Texas. The company will build three new facilities as part of the project. One will be located in Armstrong...
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November 15, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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Dunn County has just passed a groundbreaking $111 million budget for 2026, paving the way for essential infrastructure upgrades and a geothermal HVAC system to avoid costly failures!

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Dunn County board adopts $111 million 2026 budget, approves $3M pavement loan and up to $9.5M HVAC borrowing
The Dunn County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 11 adopted the county's 2026 budget and tax levy, approved $3 million in borrowing for pavement projects and authorized up to $9.5 million in bonds for a geothermal/HVAC upgrade at the Judicial Center after debate about repair risks and funding options.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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Alaska is on the brink of transforming its economy with discussions on renewable energy and data centers, but can it overcome the challenges of cheap energy access?

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Alaska leaders discuss renewable energy potential for data centers and transport corridor
Officials explore data center opportunities in rural Alaska and potential Alberta to Alaska transport corridor.
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March 3, 2025 at 4:17 PM