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A quick look at the stories shaping Indiana County: new developments and what people are talking about.

Updated September 17, 2026

Story 01

$10 Billion AI Data Center Planned at Old Homer City Plant Site

Added September 17, 2026

A $10 billion AI data center is planned for the site of the former Homer City Generating Station, Pennsylvania's largest coal-fired power plant, which was demolished in 2025. Announced with Governor Josh Shapiro, the project would transform the site into the largest natural-gas-powered data center campus in the country, and would be one of the nation's largest power generation facilities. Developer Homer City Redevelopment says the project honors Homer City's place in Pennsylvania's energy history while meeting the needs of a rapidly shifting energy landscape.

Read the full story at politicspa.com

Story 02

Amazon Weighing Massive Data Center Campus, Residents Want Answers

Added September 17, 2026

Amazon Web Services is reportedly eyeing a 2,200-acre data center campus in Indiana County. At a recent county commissioners meeting, residents pressed officials on transparency and environmental impact, asking hard questions about what a project this size would mean for the community. The story is developing, and local radio stations and news outlets are following it closely.

Read the full story at hoodline.com

The story is still developing.

We'll keep this page updated as new details come out.