Categories: Local News

Coles County Board Greenlights Solar Farm Project After Reassessment

Share and Follow


In a significant shift of opinion, the Coles County Board has reversed its earlier decision and now granted approval for the Glacier Moraine solar energy facility. This change of heart comes just a month after the board initially rejected the proposal, demonstrating a willingness to adapt and reconsider critical local projects.

Originally, on September 9, the board narrowly voted against the special use permit for the Glacier Moraine project, with a 7-5 vote. However, the tides turned on October 14 when the board reconvened and voted 7-4 in favor, with one member abstaining. Darrell Cox, the board chairman, suggested that additional information provided about the project played a pivotal role in influencing the board members’ decision.

Earthrise Energy, the company behind the project, expressed their enthusiasm for the board’s newfound support. In a statement to WCIA, the spokesperson conveyed their eagerness to commence work on the solar facility, highlighting the project’s significance beyond mere energy production.

Share and Follow
NewsFinale Journal

Share
Published by
NewsFinale Journal

Recent Posts

Court Hears Alleged Lehrmann Victim’s Phone Records Show Missing Messages

Bruce Lehrmann, a former staffer for the Liberal party, is urging a forensic specialist to…

10 minutes ago

Zohran Mamdani Claps Back: Defending Against Racist Attacks with Poise and Power

NEW YORK (WPIX) – Democratic mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani voiced strong criticism on Thursday in…

13 minutes ago

Charles Spencer Expresses Frustration Over Public’s Recollections of Princess Diana’s Tragic Passing

On October 25, 2025, Charles Spencer expressed his discomfort with people recounting their whereabouts when…

19 minutes ago

Remembering Björn Andrésen: Tributes Flood In for the Iconic Agatha Christie Star

Björn Andrésen, the former teen actor renowned for his diverse roles from the horror film…

21 minutes ago

Government Holds Firm on Copyright Laws Amidst Creative Industry’s AI Protection Demands

Tech developers will not have a “free pass” to use creative works to train artificial…

30 minutes ago

Trump Raises Concerns About Possible Link Between Tylenol and Autism

Donald Trump has once again issued a stark warning to Americans about the potential dangers…

34 minutes ago