Data center approved in Festus

News Clip0:45Nine PBS·Festus, Jefferson County, MO·4/3/2026

A $6 billion data center project has received approval in Festus, Missouri. Despite the approval, many local residents have expressed outrage and suspicion regarding the new development.

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A $6 billion data center has been approved for Festus, but many residents are outraged. Bill McClellan says he is suspicious of the new development. What do you think? Catch more #DonnybrookSTL wherever you get podcasts. | via @DonnybrookSTL