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Sand Springs, Oklahoma Residents Oppose Data Center Due to Secrecy and Land Use Concerns

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Residents of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, are voicing opposition to a proposed data center aimed at boosting AI capabilities, citing concerns over secrecy and land use after the city annexed 827 acres of farmland for the project. The Protect Sand Springs Alliance, led by Kyle Schmidt, is challenging the lack of transparency in negotiations with an unnamed tech company and the potential impact on utility costs and rural land preservation.

Sand Springs, Oklahoma Residents Oppose Data Center Due to Secrecy and Land Use Concerns
Jan 9, 2026, 9:31 AM

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