Locals gather to protest potential data center in Byron

Crawford County residents gathered in Byron, Georgia, to protest a potential data center project in the area. The protest took place on Monday evening, ahead of a city council meeting where residents aimed to make their voices heard regarding the ongoing proposal. The controversy stems from the City of Byron's efforts to annex a portion of Boy Scout Road. Crawford County maintains that an old agreement allowed for the land's annexation by previous owners if future interest arose, and this annexation is currently the subject of ongoing litigation between the county and the city. Reporter William Beazely noted the lack of immediate definitive action but highlighted the residents' strong opposition. Residents are concerned about the potential impact of a data center in their community, citing past proposals for the property and expressing a desire to protect their natural surroundings. They are continuing their fight to prevent the data center's development.