Google data center draws pushback from community in Hermantown

News Clip0:59KARE 11·Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN·3/17/2026

A proposed Google data center in Hermantown, Minnesota, is facing significant community opposition due to environmental concerns and potential changes to the rural area. Supporters highlight the economic benefits, including job creation, while opponents express deep reservations about the project's impact.

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Gov: Hermantown City Council, Minnesota Power
A proposed Google data center draws pushback from the Hermantown community, with supporters and opponents speaking out at a city council meeting