Van Buren Township

2025 is wrapping up, and one of the primary issues raised over the past year is the proliferation and impacts of data centers. In 2026, we're likely to see some of these centers move toward becoming operational. Weighing economic benefit against potential environmental harm will continue, and there will be more vocal support and outrage for each proposed center. WEMU's David Fair got together with Washtenaw County Resiliency Office Director Beth Gibbons to try and compute the impact of data centers in Washtenaw County.

State Representative Reggie Miller wants to put an end to local officials signing non-disclosure agreements when discussing potential business developments. As WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports, she’s introduced legislation to ban the practice.

Many residents in Van Buren Township are making it clear they oppose a new data center at Haggerty and I-275. But, as WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, it may be very difficult to stop.

A big crowd packed into the Van Buren Township Hall Thursday night looking for answers on a proposed data center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

A big crowd is expected tonight as officials release details of what many expect to be a proposed data center in Van Buren Township. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Bills passed in the Michigan Senate Tuesday would raise fees for dumping certain types of hazardous waste in the state. Colin Jackson has more.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy has kicked off the new public comment period regarding the proposed expansion of Wayne Disposal in Van Buren Township. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Wayne County Circuit Court Judge Kevin Cox handed down a ruling Tuesday blocking shipments of radioactive waste from New York to Wayne Disposal in Van Buren Township. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

31st House District State Representative Reggie Miller says she’s pleased to see radioactive waste from New York will not be coming to Michigan. But she warns the fight is far from over. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

When Governor Gretchen Witmer proposed a hike in tipping fees in her proposed budget, it was great news to State Representative Reggie Miller. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.