Google talks timeline while residents protest Botetourt data center

Google talks timeline while residents protest Botetourt data center

News ClipThe Daily Progress·Botetourt County, VA·6/24/2026

Google hosted an open house at Lord Botetourt High School to discuss its proposed 312-acre data center project in Botetourt County. The project has faced significant resident opposition, with many attendees at the event expressing their concerns and asking questions to Google and county representatives.

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Google held an information open house at Lord Botetourt High School on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, to engage with the community regarding its proposed 312-acre data center project. The event saw dozens of residents in attendance, who reviewed information boards and directed questions to representatives from Google and Botetourt County.

The project has been met with strong opposition from local residents since its plans were made public. The article highlights the active participation of the community, indicating ongoing public scrutiny and contention surrounding the development.