Five Big Questions Citizens Still Have About the Google Data Center Project

Economy

Five Big Questions Citizens Still Have About the Google Data Center Project

January 23, 2026

Even after Scioto County Commissioners voted to approve a tax abatement tied to a proposed data center campus in Franklin ...

Economy

The Secret’s Out: Commissioners Vote Yes — And Google Is Behind the Franklin Furnace Data Center Campus

by Cyn Mackley

January 22, 2026

After weeks of speculation, packed meetings, and growing public tension, Scioto County Commissioners finally revealed the name behind the proposed ...

Economy

Data Center Debate Draws Another Full House as Commissioners Double Down: “This Is About a Tax Abatement — Period.”

by Cyn Mackley

January 15, 2026

For the second week in a row, a standing-room-only crowd packed the Scioto County Commissioners meeting to weigh in on a proposed ...

Politics

After a Tumultuous 2025, Scioto County Commissioners Look Toward a Fresh Start in 2026

by Cyn Mackley

January 12, 2026

After a year marked by tragedy, legal turmoil, and months of uncertainty, the Scioto County Commission is hoping 2026 brings ...

Politics

Packed Commission Meeting Highlights Debate Over Proposed Data Center Tax Abatement

by Cyn Mackley

January 8, 2026

A standing-room-only crowd packed Thursday’s Scioto County Commissioners meeting following last week’s announcement that the county is considering tax incentives ...

Economy

Scioto County Eyes $1 Billion Data Center

by Cyn Mackley

January 8, 2026

Scioto County leaders are considering a major economic development project that could reshape the county’s future—and place it alongside neighboring ...