Data Centers & Power: A new Business Insider tracker shows 1,416 data centers built or approved nationwide through 2025, with Virginia still a historic hub as developers chase fresh sites. Local Impact & Backlash: A Loudoun County data-center boom continues to spark fights over water, noise, and electricity costs, while national politics increasingly tip toward voter anger. Virginia Energy & Industry: Rocky Forge wind construction is finally underway in Botetourt County after years of delays and opposition, marking a major step for Apex Clean Energy’s long-planned project. Tech, Finance & Jobs: Virginia’s unemployment story may get a boost from defense spending tied to the Iran war, with Northern Virginia headquarters and broader manufacturing announcements expected to ripple through the labor market. Education & Public Funding: Richmond Public Schools has delayed a new Woodville Elementary School due to a $41M construction funding gap, with lawmakers considering a local sales-tax option. Higher Ed: Virginia Tech secured a record $75M gift, with most funds aimed at athletics through its “Invest to Win” push. Business & Manufacturing: TruckMountForums acquired Bane-Clene, uniting a Virginia-based cleaning community with an Indianapolis maker of electric truckmounts and chemicals. Tourism: Virginia Tourism is intensifying outreach in India, citing strong visitor spending and growth potential beyond Luray Caverns. Sports & Community: Norfolk’s Harborfest and Juneteenth celebrations run June 19-23 along the waterfront, with events and fireworks planned.