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Cherokee County Approves Zoning Framework | Joplin News
Cherokee County is moving toward countywide zoning, with commissioners voting 2 to 1 to approve a comprehensive plan that will give them control over big industrial projects like landfills and data centers. Commissioner Cory Moates calls it a vital tool for future leaders to protect residents’ interests. Public opinion is split—some fear loss of freedom, others support it, especially for the Clearway Energy solar farm, which has been stalled for two years. Clearway’s director, Josh Framel, praised the community’s engagement and hopes commissioners consider the project’s $29 million economic…
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