Data Center Ballot Fight: Granville voters will decide in November whether to ban large data centers using more than 25 megawatts of power per month, as residents cite water and electricity impacts. Election Politics: Republicans are reportedly worried that the data-center backlash could hurt Sen. Jon Husted’s Ohio Senate bid, with a memo warning AI firms to address the “toxic” public image. Local Governance: Wauseon City Council approved multiple emergency measures, including social media and live-streaming policies, plus steps tied to water system design and a revolving loan account. Surveillance Tech Backlash: Protesters in Hamilton demanded an end to Flock license plate reader cameras, arguing they threaten privacy and civil rights despite a 30-day data retention claim. Housing Policy: Ohio lawmakers are pushing a foster-care bill (HB 984) to set maximum reimbursement rates, aiming to rein in rising placement costs. Community Support: Barberton created a Students Opportunity-to-Participate Fund to cover student athletics and marching band fees. Consumer Watch: Sylvania logged one BBB scam report in July, tied for 141st among Ohio cities.