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Waco is looking at a big data center expansion, but some folks are hitting the brakes. They're worried about the strain on our power and water, and whether this tech boom is worth the potential hit to our quality of life.
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This could mean big bucks for the city, but we might end up footing the bill for increased utility costs.
Tech companies and the city's tax base stand to gain the most from this deal.
Residents could face higher utility bills and a strain on resources if the expansion isn't managed carefully.
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