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Data Center Signal is tracking 17 clips about Alcove Development data center developments across 2 states, including KS, MO.

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Proposed Kansas data center sits hundreds of yards from psychiatric hospital, raising safety concerns
News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Proposed Kansas data center sits hundreds of yards from psychiatric hospital, raising safety concerns

A proposed 283-acre data center, Project Catalyst, near Osawatomie State Hospital in Miami County, Kansas, is sparking concerns about potential negative impacts on psychiatric patients from construction and operational noise. A former hospital employee, Clayton Sherlock, and other residents fear the noise and vibrations could worsen patient delusions and interfere with treatment. Osawatomie city officials acknowledge ongoing studies but downplay patient welfare concerns, while the developer highlights significant economic benefits for the area.

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9/7/2026
United in Opposition: The Bipartisan Response to Data Centers
News Clipflatlandkc.org·Independence, Jackson County, MO

United in Opposition: The Bipartisan Response to Data Centers

Residents in Independence, Missouri, and Osawatomie and Tonganoxie, Kansas, are uniting in bipartisan opposition to data center developments due to concerns over noise pollution and zoning issues. A recall election in Independence ousted a city councilman who supported data center tax incentives, while Kansas is offering tax exemptions to attract developers. Communities are becoming more civically engaged, holding meetings, and forming groups to advocate against projects.

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9/2/2026
Hyperscale Data Centers Are Bringing Kansans Together
News Clip7:45Kansas City PBS·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Hyperscale Data Centers Are Bringing Kansans Together

Residents in Osawatomie, Kansas, led by Troy Harp, are actively opposing a proposed 500 MW hyperscale data center by Alcove Development near their community. Concerns include noise, light pollution, environmental impact, and the industrialization of rural areas. Similar opposition movements are emerging in Independence, Missouri, and Tonganoxie, Kansas, leading to increased civic engagement and calls for better zoning and moratoriums.

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8/28/2026
Osawatomie, Kansas, residents seek ban on data centers amid development plans
News ClipKansas City Star·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Osawatomie, Kansas, residents seek ban on data centers amid development plans

Residents in Osawatomie, Kansas, have submitted a petition for a city ordinance to ban "High Impact Data Centers" due to concerns over water usage, electricity demand, noise, and infrastructure strain. This opposition arises as Alcove Development and MDH Partners plan a multibillion-dollar data center project, Project Catalyst, in the area. If certified, the ordinance could be adopted by the City Council or put to a public vote.

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8/14/2026
Kansas town used to be a railroad hub. Now leaders hope data center is next boon
News ClipKansas City Star·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Kansas town used to be a railroad hub. Now leaders hope data center is next boon

Osawatomie, Kansas officials are proposing a multibillion-dollar hyperscale data center project, Project Catalyst, hoping it will revitalize the town and potentially eliminate property taxes. However, residents are actively opposing the plan, raising concerns about electricity usage, environmental impact, noise, and safety, and have filed a petition to ban data centers. An application for zoning modifications for the project is expected soon.

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8/13/2026
Video shows disruption during Osawatomie City Council meeting with data center developer
News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Video shows disruption during Osawatomie City Council meeting with data center developer

Residents disrupted an Osawatomie City Council meeting discussing a proposed $1 billion data center by Alcove Development. A resident holding a "Hell No Alcove" sign was escorted out by police after yelling, with other residents joining in protest. The meeting aimed to present potential benefits of the 283-acre data center, but residents expressed concerns about infrastructure impact and the city's handling of public comment.

zoningoppositiongovernment
6/26/2026
Lawrence Considers Data Center Moratorium Amid Public Debate
News ClipLawrence Journal-World·Lawrence, Douglas County, KS

Lawrence Considers Data Center Moratorium Amid Public Debate

Lawrence, Kansas, city commissioners are considering a moratorium on data center development after residents called for it due to concerns about water and electricity usage. The city's current development code allows data centers on industrial land without special approval, prompting debate over the economic benefits versus public opposition. Commissioners asked staff for more information before deciding on the proposed moratorium.

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6/12/2026
Yellowstone actor Mo Brings Plenty fights "Project Catalyst" data center in Miami County
News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Yellowstone actor Mo Brings Plenty fights "Project Catalyst" data center in Miami County

Yellowstone actor Mo Brings Plenty is actively fighting a proposed hyper-scale data center project near his ranch in Osawatomie, Miami County, Kansas. Residents are expressing strong opposition at city council meetings, citing concerns over noise, water usage, and the broader societal impacts of AI. While the developer, Alcove Development, intends to move forward, the city has not yet received a development application, with negotiations on tax incentives and environmental mitigations anticipated.

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6/12/2026
'We're not going to stop': Osawatomie data center opponents go door to door to gather signatures for petition
News ClipKMBC·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

'We're not going to stop': Osawatomie data center opponents go door to door to gather signatures for petition

Community members in Osawatomie, Kansas, are actively opposing a proposed data center project by Alcove Development. They are collecting signatures for a petition to either prohibit the data center through an ordinance or put it to a voter ballot question. Residents raised environmental and community impact concerns at a recent city council meeting.

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6/3/2026
'Project Catalyst' data center developer in Osawatomie offers update, touting economic opportunity
News Clip2:24KSHB 41·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

'Project Catalyst' data center developer in Osawatomie offers update, touting economic opportunity

A data center project by Alcove Development in Osawatomie, Kansas, known as 'Project Catalyst,' has increased its planned size to 283 acres. This expansion has generated significant community opposition due to concerns about noise and pollution, despite the City of Osawatomie promoting the project's economic benefits. Residents are skeptical of the projected revenue, and City Council is set to reconvene on the matter.

oppositiongovernmentzoning
5/30/2026
City of Osawatomie, developer announce plan to move forward with data center
News ClipKMBC·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

City of Osawatomie, developer announce plan to move forward with data center

The City of Osawatomie, Kansas, and Alcove Development announced plans to proceed with "Project Catalyst," a multi-phase, 500+ MW data center campus, despite significant community opposition. Developers highlight economic benefits and an air-cooled design to minimize water use, while residents express environmental concerns and have filed petitions and called for a moratorium. The project is expected to undergo a special use permit process.

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5/29/2026
Osawatomie moves forward with 500-megawatt data center campus
News ClipKCTV·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Osawatomie moves forward with 500-megawatt data center campus

Osawatomie, Kansas is partnering with Alcove Development to build a 500-megawatt data center campus, which is considered the largest economic development project in Miami County history. The project aims to significantly improve the city's tax base and addresses concerns about power and water usage with modern air-cooled designs. The city is currently working through the special use permit process.

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5/29/2026
Small Kansas towns pushing back against data centers, a growing trend nationwide
News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

Small Kansas towns pushing back against data centers, a growing trend nationwide

Residents in Osawatomie, Kansas, continue to express strong opposition to a proposed $1 billion data center project by Alcove Development, citing concerns about environmental impact, water usage, and quality of life. This local pushback reflects a growing trend across small towns in the Kansas City metro and wider Kansas, leading to discussions and enactments of data center moratoriums. While a Miami County moratorium has been approved, residents in Osawatomie and Edgerton are actively pursuing similar measures and clearer regulations.

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5/29/2026
Miami County Commission considers pause on data center construction following nearby $1B proposal
News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·Miami County, KS

Miami County Commission considers pause on data center construction following nearby $1B proposal

The Miami County Commission in Kansas is considering a temporary pause on data center construction following a proposed $1 billion data center project in nearby Osawatomie. Residents expressed concerns about rising utility costs and quality of life impacts, with a single mother worried about how increased electric bills would affect her tight budget. The commission is studying the potential impacts on residents and infrastructure before deciding on a possible moratorium.

zoningelectricitywateropposition
2/19/2026