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AI Data Centers Battle Rural Roots | Birmingham News
A Kentucky farm with two centuries of family history is on the brink of becoming a $26 million AI data center — but the mother and daughter who own it are standing firm, calling themselves “country hicks” and refusing to sell. As tech giants race to build massive data centers across the U.S., communities are sounding alarms over water use, energy strain, and health risks. With nearly 5,000 facilities nationwide — including 56 in Kentucky — states and towns are pausing new projects, demanding time to assess the real cost before letting construction explode. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…
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