Rising tension in central WA as farmland is eyed for energy and data center projects

By: Emma Renly

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: August 3, 2026

Words: 945

Last Updated: 5 hours, 25 minutes ago

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The Facebook post shows an AI-generated image of two farmers staring into the distance at golden hour, overlaid with the text “local landowners deserve a say.”

It’s a reference to where energy projects should be allowed in south-central Washington. These sponsored posts from “Make Energy Right Klickitat” have been appearing in the social media feeds of residents in the area.

Klickitat County is covered by rolling hills of hay production, vineyards and grazing livestock. …

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