Franklin County Rejects Billion-Dollar Data Center | Roanoke News

Franklin County just rejected a billion-dollar data center project called ‘Project Flash’—despite promises of 50 jobs and tax breaks. Commissioners cited strain on local infrastructure, weak job numbers, and environmental concerns. The company, Compass Datacenters, wanted a decade of tax relief, but voters weren’t convinced. This vote signals the county’s cautious stance on big tech investments—prioritizing sustainability and real impact over flashy headlines. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4dc6bc6e54e6239c