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🌱 What a Memphis reporter uncovered about xAI’s Southaven expansion

Southaven, Mississippi Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Southaven! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What a Memphis reporter uncovered about xAI’s Southaven expansion
  • How a Southaven power plant became a national security flashpoint

Also on today's calendar: I MISS THE BOOK FAIR! A Grown-Up Book Swap and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: Why don't eggs tell Jokes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Beautiful with clouds and sun, with a high of 84 and low of 69 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 83, low: 71.
  • Thursday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 87 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Local Reporter Neil Strebig on Covering xAI's Expansion in Memphis and Beyond (techpolicy.press) — Southaven’s Colossus II data center is a key focus of a Memphis reporter who’s been tracking xAI’s rapid expansion, unpermitted turbines, and related lawsuits. A new podcast episode promises updates on the Southaven litigation, cross-state regulatory battles, and what this AI buildout could mean for nearby neighborhoods on both sides of the state line.
   

• The unlikely role of Operation Epic Fury in a Mississippi AI data center lawsuit (militarytimes.com) — Southaven’s Colossus Gas Plant is at the center of a major lawsuit claiming 27 gas turbines were installed without proper air permits, potentially affecting nearby residents’ air quality. Federal officials now argue the plant is vital for national security because it powers Elon Musk’s Grok AI, setting up a high-stakes clash between environmental concerns and defense priorities.
   

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  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Warehouse Maintenance Associate in Southaven. Apply here.
  • Stepherson's Superlo Foods posted a job opening for Meat Clerk in Southaven. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Southaven here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hernando

  • Pulaski's Romine, Bluefield's Alston earn Appalachian League weekly honors (elizabethton.com)

Olive Branch

  • Maintenance Tech Specialist in Olive Branch, Mississippi (fedex.com)
  • Restaurantdata.com – New Restaurant Alerts for June 22, 2026 (restaurantnews.com)
  • Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Shelby, DeSoto, St. Francis, Crittenden counties until 10 a.m. (fox13memphis.com)

Senatobia

  • I Had a Ball at Mr. T's: APA Competition Brings Fellowship and Fun to Downtown Senatobia (pacenewsonline.com)
  • Fatal police shooting of one year old sparks anger, protests in Mississippi (finalcall.com)

Ok Southaven! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They might crack up... (Thank you Cat R. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Southaven

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