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Data Center Signal is tracking 4 clips about SkyBox data center developments across 1 states, including WY.

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News ClipCap City News·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Property rights vs. public pushback: Why Cheyenne, Laramie County officials say hands are tied on data centers

Cheyenne and Laramie County residents are protesting proposed industrial developments, including data centers, but local officials say property-rights protections and due-process requirements limit their ability to deny compliant projects. Officials cite economic benefits, existing regulations and infrastructure payments, while residents remain concerned about community character, views and rapid growth.

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Microsoft Google Meta Vantage

10/12/2026

News Clipcapcity.news·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Cox Ranch addition now halfway through city process after positive Cheyenne vote

The Cheyenne City Council advanced ordinances to annex 1,259 acres for a data center project by SkyBox and ViaWest Group, moving the proposal halfway through the city approval process. Despite opposition from residents concerned about water use, noise, and traffic, the council voted 6-3 to proceed, citing a lack of authority to halt annexations and public support for economic development.

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9/15/2026

News ClipYour Wyoming Link·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Residents raise concerns over proposed SkyBox Data Center at former Cox Ranch

Residents in Cheyenne, Wyoming, are expressing significant concerns regarding the proposed SkyBox Data Center development on the former Cox Ranch, primarily focusing on water usage and the potential impact on their community's character. The project, which includes a proposed annexation into the City of Cheyenne, is currently moving through City Council discussions, with future votes scheduled. Developers and city officials are engaging with the public to address these concerns.

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8/28/2026

News ClipWyomingNews.com·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Cheyenne City Council to Consider Data Center Annexation and Zoning Proposals

The Cheyenne City Council recently rejected a proposed 12-month moratorium on data center construction. Now, the council is considering multiple proposals from Microsoft for annexation and rezoning of large land parcels (Highland and Read) for future data center development, as well as a new annexation proposal from ViaWest and SkyBox for data centers on Cox Ranch. These proposals involve extensive city processes, with the Planning Commission already reviewing them and public hearings scheduled.

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Microsoft

6/6/2026