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New council members sworn in; data center project still divides Festus council
News ClipLeader Publications·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

New council members sworn in; data center project still divides Festus council

New council members opposing a proposed data center were sworn into the Festus City Council, highlighting continued division over the project. A lawsuit has been filed by local residents and an advocacy group against the City of Festus and developer CRG, aiming to stop the project by challenging the legality of rezoning and development agreements. The suit alleges various violations, including unlawful spot zoning and improper public meeting practices.

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4/18/2026
News ClipNewsweek·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

City Leaders Suffer Election Wipeout After Data Center Approval

Voters in Festus, Missouri, ousted four incumbent city council members following their approval of a $6 billion data center development agreement. Opponents have filed a lawsuit challenging the rezoning and development agreement, alleging unlawful practices. The newly elected council members are expected to address the project's future, while a recall effort targets remaining city officials.

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4/14/2026
Residents push back as developer promotes benefits of $6 billion Festus data center
News ClipKSDK·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Residents push back as developer promotes benefits of $6 billion Festus data center

Developer Bob Clark insists his $6 billion Festus data center will proceed despite a lawsuit alleging open meetings law violations and recent election results favoring opponents. Neighbors have sued to void the project's approvals, citing zoning and due process concerns, while also raising questions about the data center's impact on local water resources. Clark believes the company's rights are vested and will aggressively defend them in court.

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4/14/2026
Clayco/CRG responds to data center debate in Festus
News Clip2:41KMOV St. Louis·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Clayco/CRG responds to data center debate in Festus

Clayco/CRG CEO Bob Clark is pushing forward with a data center project in Festus, Missouri, despite a new lawsuit filed by Festus residents. Residents are concerned about the environmental impact, including air, noise, and water supply. Clark emphasizes the economic benefits of the $6 billion investment, projecting it to double the city's budget and create 100-200 jobs.

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4/14/2026
Data center developer responds to Festus upheaval
News ClipSpectrum News·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Data center developer responds to Festus upheaval

Data center developer Bob Clark of Clayco and CRG defended their $6 billion data center project in Festus, Missouri, following the ousting of four city council members and a community-led lawsuit seeking to overturn the agreement. Clark emphasized the project's economic benefits and asserted that his company acted transparently and legally. Despite public outcry, CRG plans to break ground in approximately nine months, citing vested rights from the prior approval.

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4/13/2026
Festus residents sue city to stop a $6 billion data center project
News Clip3:05KMOV St. Louis·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Festus residents sue city to stop a $6 billion data center project

Residents and a local group have filed a lawsuit against the City of Festus, Missouri, and developer CRG, seeking to stop a proposed $6 billion data center project. The suit aims to invalidate the city's rezoning of the land and development agreement, alleging violations of city codes and state sunshine law. This legal action follows significant community pushback, including city council members losing re-election bids after voting to approve the development.

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4/10/2026
Wake Up Jeffco, others sue Festus, developer to stop data center
News ClipLeader Publications·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Wake Up Jeffco, others sue Festus, developer to stop data center

Wake Up Jeffco and several homeowners have filed a lawsuit against the City of Festus and developer CRG to halt a proposed data center project in Festus, Missouri. The suit challenges Festus City Council's past approval of an infrastructure development agreement and a rezoning vote, alleging violations of the state's Sunshine Law. The case has been assigned to Judge Ellen W. Dunne in St. Louis County Circuit Court, with no hearings scheduled yet.

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4/10/2026
Residents file lawsuit against city of Festus over $6B data center project
News ClipKSDK·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Residents file lawsuit against city of Festus over $6B data center project

Residents of Festus, MO, have filed a lawsuit against the city over its approval of a $6 billion hyperscale data center project by CRG Acquisition. The lawsuit alleges unlawful rezoning decisions, violations of the Missouri Open Records Law, and an unconstitutional development agreement, seeking to invalidate the city's actions. This legal challenge follows months of public outcry and controversy surrounding the development.

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4/10/2026
Council OKs data center agreement
News ClipLeader Publications·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Council OKs data center agreement

The Festus City Council approved a data center development agreement with CRG Acquisition, despite significant opposition from residents concerned about environmental impacts, transparency, and utility rates. The $6 billion project is projected to bring substantial economic benefits and jobs to the city. Opponents have vowed to continue fighting the development.

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4/1/2026
What's next for a proposed data center in Festus?
News ClipKSDK·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

What's next for a proposed data center in Festus?

The Festus City Council approved a $6 billion hyperscale data center project by CRG and Clayco despite strong resident opposition. Residents, fearing environmental harm and reduced property values, are now exploring legal action and alleging Sunshine Law violations. The developers promise significant economic benefits and a long-term partnership with the community.

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4/1/2026
Developer speaks out after approval of $6 billion Festus data center
News Clip2:41KSDK News·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Developer speaks out after approval of $6 billion Festus data center

The Festus City Council has approved a $6 billion data center project by CRG, despite significant community opposition. Residents, concerned about property values and the environment, are preparing for legal challenges, including potential lawsuits over alleged sunshine law violations. The developer and mayor have committed to community engagement and job creation.

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4/1/2026
Festus approved data center despite community opposition
News ClipSpectrum News·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Festus approved data center despite community opposition

Festus City Council approved a data center project by CRG, the real estate arm of Clayco, despite significant community opposition and concerns about transparency. Residents raised issues regarding tax abatements, lack of local job guarantees, and potential violations of Sunshine laws during the approval process. The project is projected to bring billions in revenue to the city, but opposition remains ongoing.

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3/31/2026
Festus council approves $6 billion data center plan despite massive public pushback
News ClipSTLPR·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Festus council approves $6 billion data center plan despite massive public pushback

The Festus City Council approved an ordinance for a $6 billion data center development by CRG, despite significant public opposition and jeers from residents. The ordinance outlines requirements for the developer, including infrastructure upgrades and annual payments to the city. Residents expressed concerns about transparency and the project's proximity to homes.

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3/31/2026
Festus approves development agreement for data center
News Clip1:49KSDK News·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

Festus approves development agreement for data center

The Festus City Council approved a controversial development agreement for a $6 billion hyperscale data center, despite significant community opposition. Residents, concerned about property buyouts, job allocation, and water usage, have initiated a lawsuit following the 6-2 council vote. The approved agreement includes voluntary home buyouts within 1000 feet and a cap on the data center's daily water consumption.

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3/31/2026
$6B data center in Festus gets OK from city council
News Clip3:04KSDK News·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

$6B data center in Festus gets OK from city council

The Festus City Council approved a $6 billion hyperscale data center development agreement by CRG, owned by Clayco. This decision, promising significant economic benefits, was met with strong opposition from hundreds of residents concerned about displacement and community changes. Residents are now pursuing legal action against the project.

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3/31/2026
About 400 fill high school gym’s stands over Festus data center agreement
News ClipLeader Publications·Festus, Jefferson County, MO

About 400 fill high school gym’s stands over Festus data center agreement

About 400 residents attended a Festus City Council meeting to largely oppose a proposed data center development by CRG, citing concerns about environmental impact and utility costs. The City Council has scheduled a special meeting for March 30 to vote on a development agreement that includes significant financial benefits and infrastructure commitments from CRG.

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3/25/2026