Data center meeting goes all night

Residents of Franklin County, Missouri, demonstrated strong opposition at an almost 11-hour Planning and Zoning Commission meeting held at Union High School. The marathon session, which started at 6 PM on a Tuesday and concluded at 4:39 AM on Wednesday, focused on a proposal to allow data centers on land currently zoned for agricultural use. The meeting saw a large turnout, with many residents, including Sam Dean, voicing concerns over potential negative impacts. Key issues raised included light pollution, land pollution, threats to endangered species, and decreased property values. The commission is expected to vote on the data center proposal in April.