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Residents of Spartanburg County, South Carolina, are voicing strong opposition to a proposed $3 billion data center known as Project Spero, as the county council considers a tax incentive package. Concerns include the potential burden on taxpayers, limited job creation, infrastructure strain, environmental impacts, and significant utility rate increases, prompting nearly 1,000 signatures on a petition for a moratorium on data centers until proper regulations are established. The council's vote has been requested to be delayed, with public comments highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in the approval process.