Vote on $14 billion Bessemer data centered postponed
With citizens protesting the project, the vote on a $14 billion data center in Bessemer was postponed Tuesday. The Bessemer City Council vote, put off for a month, is about rezoning 700 acres for 18 data center buildings. – AL.com
Mountain Brook joins Tuscaloosa in online sales tax lawsuit
The Mountain Brook City Council voted Monday to join the city of Tuscaloosa in a lawsuit challenging Alabama’s distribution of online sales tax revenue. Currently, part of the allocation of revenue is based on cities’ and counties’ population, not where the purchase originated. – Alabama Political Reporter
Detroit-style pizza coming to Madison
Jet’s Pizza, known for its Detroit-style, cheesy pizza, will open its first Alabama location in Madison. The pizzeria is expected to open sometime in July. – News 19
James Spann launching Alabama Weather Network
James Spann, chief meteorologist for ABC 33/40 in the Birmingham television market, is launching Alabama Weather Network on Aug. 11. The network will be available on digital platforms. – Bham Now
Plans emerge for $125 million Opelika development
A $125 million development in Opelika known as the Mill will include residential lots, office, retail, restaurants, event space and a clubhouse. The plans came out of a city council work session. – Bama Buzz
