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Bell County to Consider Data Center Moratorium Amid Legal Concerns and Public Opposition
News ClipThe Killeen Daily Herald·Temple, Bell County, TX

Bell County to Consider Data Center Moratorium Amid Legal Concerns and Public Opposition

Bell County Commissioners Court will discuss a potential moratorium on data centers, though its legality for counties is uncertain. The discussion follows significant public opposition and controversies surrounding multiple data center projects in Temple and a withdrawn project in Killeen. Key concerns include water and electricity usage, as well as quality of life issues from noise.

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Meta
5/27/2026
Rowan closes $3 billion in green financing for Project Temple as protests, possible moratorium considered
News ClipThe Killeen Daily Herald·Temple, Bell County, TX

Rowan closes $3 billion in green financing for Project Temple as protests, possible moratorium considered

Rowan Digital Infrastructure secured nearly $3 billion in green debt financing for its 300-megawatt data center campus, Project Temple, in Temple, Texas. This financing comes amidst growing scrutiny from state and local officials over the rapid expansion of energy-intensive data centers and significant local opposition. Bell County commissioners are set to discuss a possible moratorium on data center development, and protests are planned by local residents.

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5/27/2026
Temple residents seek recall of city council over data center plans
News ClipKCENTV.com·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple residents seek recall of city council over data center plans

Temple residents, organized by Temple Stands Together, held a town hall to oppose new data center developments and launch a recall effort against city council members who approved a recent project. Concerns include transparency, infrastructure strain, and the long-term impact of large data centers on the city's water and energy resources. Organizers plan to continue collecting recall signatures and advocate for a moratorium on future data center projects.

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5/19/2026
Rowan declines to clarify long-term Temple data center plans after opposition group questions construction
News ClipThe Killeen Daily Herald·Temple, Bell County, TX

Rowan declines to clarify long-term Temple data center plans after opposition group questions construction

Temple residents are actively opposing proposed Rowan data center projects, claiming up to eight facilities, including one for Meta and seven for Rowan, are planned for the area. Rowan Digital Infrastructure has declined to fully clarify its long-term expansion plans, citing outdated parent company information and focusing on three already-approved projects. Opponents plan a town hall to discuss the alleged developments.

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Meta
5/16/2026
Panel at Confluence summit to mull data centers’ power, water use
News ClipBizWest·Greeley, Weld County, CO

Panel at Confluence summit to mull data centers’ power, water use

A panel at BizWest's Confluence summit in Greeley, Colorado, will discuss the impacts of data centers on local electric and water infrastructure. Experts will cover cooling technologies, grid capacity, water sourcing, and infrastructure planning. The discussion aims to inform municipalities, utilities, and economic development leaders.

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4/23/2026
Temple residents launch recall effort against mayor, council members over data center vote
News Clip2:45KWTX News10·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple residents launch recall effort against mayor, council members over data center vote

Temple, Texas residents have initiated a recall effort against Mayor Tim Davis, Mayor Pro Tem Jessica Walker, and Councilman Mike Pilkington following the City Council's vote to annex and rezone 700 acres for a proposed $700 million data center. Opponents, organized as "Stop the Temple Data Center," cite concerns over water usage, infrastructure strain, and quality of life, and believe the council ignored community input.

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4/21/2026
Temple Approves 300+ Acre Data Center Project
News Clip2:0225 News KXXV·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple Approves 300+ Acre Data Center Project

The City of Temple has approved the annexation and rezoning of over 300 acres for Rowan Digital Infrastructure's "Project Ranger" data center. A development agreement outlining how the project will manage noise, traffic, and utilities has been finalized. Construction could begin as early as spring or summer, with the data center potentially coming online by the end of next year.

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4/21/2026
Temple residents start a petition to recall city leaders over data center project
News Clip1:01KCENNews·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple residents start a petition to recall city leaders over data center project

Temple residents are initiating a petition to recall city leaders following the city council's decision to proceed with a third data center project. A group called "Stop Temple Data Centers" is gathering signatures to allow voters to decide if current leaders should remain in office. The City of Temple and developer Rowan Digital Infrastructure maintain the project underwent detailed review and is in the city's best interest.

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4/21/2026
Data center to Temple approved by the city council
News Clip1:41KCENNews·Temple, Bell County, TX

Data center to Temple approved by the city council

The Temple City Council approved the rezoning and annexation for a Rowan Digital Infrastructure data center project despite significant public opposition. Residents expressed concerns about water usage and job creation, with some calling for the recall of Mayor Tim Davis and Mayor Pro Tem Mike Pilkington.

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4/18/2026
Data Center Defiance: Temple Residents Vow Recalls After 4-0 Council Vote
News ClipLoneStar 92.3·Temple, Bell County, TX

Data Center Defiance: Temple Residents Vow Recalls After 4-0 Council Vote

Temple City Council has controversially approved a third data center project by Rowan Digital Infrastructure despite strong resident opposition. Concerns about water usage and environmental impacts were central to the debate. Following the 4-0 vote, residents announced plans to organize a recall petition against the Mayor and two Council members.

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4/18/2026
Temple approves third Rowan data center at nearly 8-hour meeting; recall planned
News ClipThe Killeen Daily Herald·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple approves third Rowan data center at nearly 8-hour meeting; recall planned

The Temple City Council approved the third data center from Rowan Digital Infrastructure despite significant resident opposition at a nearly eight-hour meeting. Opponents are now planning a recall effort against council members who voted for the project, primarily citing concerns over water usage and environmental impact.

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4/18/2026
There’s a very real chance that a data center might be built in Killeen
News ClipThe Killeen Daily Herald·Killeen, Bell County, TX

There’s a very real chance that a data center might be built in Killeen

The city of Killeen, Texas, is considering a potential data center project, sparking significant local controversy due to residents' concerns over environmental impacts, including noise, water, and power usage. An upcoming City Council election could play a crucial role in the decision, as the author anticipates approval despite public opposition.

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Meta
3/22/2026