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Billy Ball Explains NC: AI data centers are taking over NC – but at what cost?

Billy Ball Explains NC: AI data centers are taking over NC – but at what cost?

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Because of AI, data centers are multiplying across North Carolina. But as billionaire-owned companies like Meta, Amazon, and Apple buy up land in the Tar Heel state, they're raising red flags about water consumption, high utility bills, and their effect on the fight against climate change.
Army considers Fort Bragg for massive data center

Army considers Fort Bragg for massive data center project

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The Army has selected Fort Bragg as one of four sites where commercial data center development is being considered. The growth of data centers in NC comes with concerns about power, water consumption, and climate change. 
Feds release new Helene recovery funds

Federal government releases $116 million in new Helene recovery funds for North Carolina

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North Carolina is set to receive $116 million in new Helene recovery funding after weeks of complaints from state leaders about delays from the Trump administration.  
Helene repair grants in NC

NC funnels $50 million to Helene repair projects that don’t qualify for FEMA

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Many Helene repairs did not qualify for FEMA funds, so North Carolina leaders are expected to spend $50 million through 80 grants in western NC.