News Clipeasttexasnews.com·Woodville, Tyler County, TX
AI data centers are the devil
East Texas and other rural communities across the state are experiencing significant opposition to new data center developments, driven by concerns over immense water and electricity consumption and perceived lack of transparency from local officials. This citizen pushback has led to project rejections and lawsuits, indicating a growing resistance to the expansion of AI-driven tech infrastructure in rural areas. The article highlights examples from Athens, Granbury, and Amarillo.
4/22/2026
