
Box Elder County Commission Approves Mega Data Center Amid Protests
News ClipKSL TV 5·Box Elder County, UT·5/5/2026
The Box Elder County Commission has approved a large data center and power plant project, despite passionate protests from the community. The decision allows the city-sized development to move forward in the county.
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Gov: Box Elder County Commission
The Box Elder County Commission has given its approval for a massive data center and power plant project, often referred to as "Kevin O'Leary's mega data center." The decision was met with strong emotional reactions and passionate protests from local residents. Despite the public opposition, the commission greenlighted the development, which is described as a "city-sized" facility. The approval marks a significant step forward for the project in Box Elder County, Utah.