Grace Hills
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To stop a massive data center from moving in, Leavenworth protesters are showing up and getting loud
Around 100 people opposed to the proposed data center filled the Leavenworth County planning meeting room, pushing for more scrutiny on regulations. A countywide moratorium on data center development expired this week.
Cassandra Isobelle Flores
Sherman Smith
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Kansas Reflector
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