Waxhaw
Coverage of Waxhaw in the Nexus archive.
- Waxhaw passes data center moratorium
The town of Waxhaw passed a data center moratorium after its Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a one-year pause following a public hearing. Waxhaw is noted as the latest community to implement such a ban, joining Charlotte, York County, and Rowan County in pausing development related to data centers.
- Town of Waxhaw to hold public meeting on 1-year data center moratorium
The Town of Waxhaw will hold a public meeting on August 11 to discuss a proposed one-year moratorium on data centers and related infrastructure. The moratorium aims to allow time for updating the town’s land development code to address potential data center projects, as officials seek to avoid unexpected developments. Mayor Robert Murray stated the town is not opposed to data centers outright but wants to ensure zoning regulations are prepared if a developer pursues a project.
- Waxhaw to hold public hearing on proposed yearlong data center freeze
Waxhaw, Union County, S.C., will hold a public hearing on August 11, 2026, to discuss a proposed 12-month moratorium on approving data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities. The pause aims to allow time for research and policy development, including updates to the town’s Land Development Code, to address infrastructure, environmental, and operational impacts. Similar moratoriums have been implemented in Charlotte and Chester County.
- Alleged drug dealer charged in Waxhaw man's fentanyl death
A Charlotte man has been charged with death by distribution following the death of a Waxhaw man in March. The case involves fentanyl-related charges.
- More than a dozen agencies respond to large brush fire in Waxhaw
More than a dozen agencies responded to a large brush fire in the JAARS community of Waxhaw. The fire rapidly expanded due to terrain, gusty winds, and hot conditions.
- Multiple crews respond to house fire in Union County
A house fire in Wesley Chapel, Union County, occurred overnight without causing injuries. Multiple fire departments, including Wesley Chapel, Waxhaw, Stallings, Indian Land, and Bakers, responded and controlled the fire.
- With more Charlotte homes on the market, buyers have more leverage
Charlotte's housing market is rebalancing with increased inventory, giving buyers more options and negotiation leverage. Condo and townhome inventory rose significantly, while single-family home prices increased slightly. Sellers face more competition but can still achieve strong returns with strategic pricing.