Data center ‘gold rush’ pits local officials’ hunt for new revenue against residents’ concerns

By: Alander Rocha

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: January 6, 2026

Words: 1,376

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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Twiggs County commissioners recently approved a massive data center project, sparking a legal battle and deepening distrust between citizens and their elected officials in the rural middle Georgia community.

The decision was made despite vocal opposition aired at a contentious public hearing and accusations that the process was improperly rushed to bypass a state review that was at the time paused.

The Eagle Rock Partners proposal was ultimately approved at a mid-September county commission meeting. …

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