# Valara Data Center Legal Hold | Charleston News

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Podcast: [Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charleston-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7463313)
Published: 2026-09-18T05:18:10+00:00
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## Resource

A judge in Spartanburg is delaying a major decision on Valara’s $3 billion data center, hanging on whether it’s classified as “major” or “minor” — with big implications for public hearings and approvals. Construction’s already happening, environmental groups tried to reframe it as a power plant (rejected by the state), and lawsuits are still looming. This project is separate from the stalled Lighthouse data center, adding more layers to the local drama. The Spartanburg County Council is set to weigh in next week — and with legal battles and local politics swirling, the future of this massive development remains uncertain. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/sc-news/2026-09-17/judge-punts-decision-on-spartanburg-data-center-construction More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cbf83fbac1f577e4 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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