Google promises rural Missouri economic growth with new data center, locals have concerns

Name: Google promises rural Missouri economic growth with new data center, locals have concerns
Uploaded: 2026-05-21T13:59:31.000Z
Duration: 2 min 17 s
Description: Google announced a $15 billion investment for a new data center in New Florence, Missouri, promising economic growth and thousands of jobs. However, local residents have expressed concerns, particularly regarding the potential impact on water resources.

News Clip2:17WGEM - Tri States News Leader·New Florence, Montgomery County, MO·5/21/2026

Google announced a $15 billion investment for a new data center in New Florence, Missouri, promising economic growth and thousands of jobs. However, local residents have expressed concerns, particularly regarding the potential impact on water resources.

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