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Data Centers Divide Kansas Communities | Wichita News
Data centers are sparking heated debate in Kansas as local leaders gather at the Capitol for an educational summit — but not everyone’s buying the hype. While organizers aim to inform officials about the economic potential, protesters like Meghan Ryan from Protect Kansas see it as a corporate sales pitch, warning of water depletion and land grabs by international firms. Inside, some attendees sensed a pro-data center bias, with phrases like “homerun for Kansas” fueling frustration. The clash between economic promise and community/environmental concerns shows this isn’t just a tech issue —…
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