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Google Data Center Near School Sparks Outcry | Richmond News
A heated debate is unfolding in Chesterfield County, Virginia, as residents rally against Google’s proposed data center near Deep Creek Middle School, raising serious concerns about children’s health and safety. While the county board approved the project in May 2025, parents like Kyle Woods are demanding answers about potential pollutants and proximity to students. County supervisor Kevin Carroll defends the plan, citing planned buffers and generator orientations away from schools, but admits the community’s push for a complete ban on future data centers is gaining momentum. With a crucial…
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