AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoData Center Backlash: Utah’s proposed Stratos hyperscale data center—backed by “Shark Tank” Kevin O’Leary—has sparked fresh alarm after scientists warned its waste heat could push parts of the state toward “Sahara-like” conditions, with the project approved by county commissioners without public comment or environmental review. Fiber Buildout: Meanwhile, DCN, Range & WIN Technology just announced the $700M Heartland Fiber Project, a Denver-to-Chicago expansion meant to feed AI and hyperscale demand across seven states, including Wyoming. Local Culture & Community: Sheridan’s Brinton drew a big crowd for “Echoes of Ornamentation,” pairing Wyoming Baroque with Jim Jackson’s leather artistry, while Luzerne County’s 70th Fine Arts Fiesta wrapped with kids’ contests and family fun. Wyoming Weather & Safety: A Freeze Watch is out for southeast Wyoming (including Cheyenne and Laramie) Monday night into Tuesday morning, with winter impacts also in the mix. Sports Spotlight: The Wyoming Cowgirls won the National Golf Invitational in Arizona, and Wyoming-based students at Fort Hays State took top honors in regional/national TV production awards.
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