Data center concerns spread around county

A few months ago, local farmers brought up zoning and data centers during a Tallapoosa County Commission meeting. On Tuesday, James Kring not only shared his concerns, but also presented the commission with a proposal.

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James Kring addresses the Tallapoosa County Commission Tuesday morning with concerns about potential data centers in the county.
Gwen Bishop / TPI

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James Kring addresses the Tallapoosa County Commission Tuesday morning with concerns about potential data centers in the county.
Gwen Bishop / TPI

The commission cannot set zoning rules in the county, so many rural residents are concerned that a data center could be built almost anywhere.

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