Festus voters oust four incumbents over data center dispute

News Clip2:38KMOV St. Louis·Festus, Jefferson County, MO·4/9/2026

Festus voters ousted four incumbent City Council members on Tuesday due to widespread opposition to a planned data center project. This significant election outcome reflects residents' strong disapproval of the proposed development.

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