Ohio Data Center Ballot Fight: The Ohio Supreme Court blocked a citizen-led Wilmington referendum that would have let residents sue over alleged data center zoning violations, ruling the city couldn’t delegate that power to voters. Public Utilities & Power Markets: PUCO approved AES Ohio’s parent-company sale to a consortium led by Global Infrastructure Partners (BlackRock) and EQT Infrastructure VI, saying AES will keep its Dayton HQ and that the deal shouldn’t change rates or operations. Public Media Deal: PBS Western Reserve and Ideastream Public Media cleared a merger plan, aiming to protect local coverage after funding cuts and rising costs. Workforce/AI Infrastructure Watch: Oracle’s major AI data-center push is being linked to demand for industrial suppliers like Vertiv and Caterpillar that provide power, cooling and related systems. Local Growth & Community: Capital University announced a new scholarship for students from Appalachian counties in Ohio and West Virginia, and South Zanesville dedicated upgrades to its Village Park, including new pickleball courts. Business & Consumer Notes: GasBuddy reported Ohio regular gas averaging $4.05 per gallon for the week ending Sept. 12, with Licking County’s lowest station at $3.74.