Festus advances $6B data center plan amid buyout concerns

Name: Festus advances $6B data center plan amid buyout concerns
Uploaded: 2026-03-24T03:11:58.000Z
Duration: 3 min
Description: The city of Festus is moving forward with a $6 billion data center project, promising new jobs and revenue. However, nearby residents are expressing concerns as they face potential buyouts and an uncertain future for their homes.

News Clip3:00KSDK News·Festus, Jefferson County, MO·3/24/2026

The city of Festus is moving forward with a $6 billion data center project, promising new jobs and revenue. However, nearby residents are expressing concerns as they face potential buyouts and an uncertain future for their homes.

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Festus weighs a major data center project promising jobs and revenue, while nearby residents face buyouts and uncertainty over the future of their homes.