At contentious meeting, Box Elder County OKs massive data center project backed by a celebrity investor

The Box Elder County Commission approved a significant data center project in Tremonton, Utah, despite strong local opposition. Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the commission meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, where Thor Dorosh spoke to the crowd, reflecting the community's discontent. The decision followed a contentious meeting, marking a final vote on the large-scale development that is reportedly backed by a celebrity investor. The approval signals the progression of the data center campus despite public outcry regarding its potential impact.