The World and Everything In It 9.25.25 Grappling with AI data centers, reclassifying marijuana, and ministering on a race track
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Sep 25, 2025 Mary Muncy, a dedicated world reporter, delves into the contentious debates in Henry County, Indiana, over rezoning farmland for AI data centers, highlighting the balance between technological progress and community needs. Cal Thomas, a seasoned columnist, shares his insights on Jimmy Kimmel's controversial return and the implications for free speech in the media landscape. They also discuss the evolving conversation around marijuana reclassification and the role of racing chaplains in bringing faith to the racetrack, blending contemporary issues with community perspectives.
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Rural Data Centers Create A Local Tradeoff
- Rural communities face a tradeoff between preserving local character and hosting large data centers that boost tax revenue.
- Developers and some residents argue data centers help America stay competitive in AI while others fear resource and aesthetic costs.
Neighbor Tours Reveal Visual Concerns
- Kylie Blalock toured a comparable site in New Albany, Ohio and found berms and trees did not hide tall data center buildings.
- Local farmer Blalock fears visual change, strain on water and energy, and falling property values.
Zoning As A Tool To Shape Data Center Impact
- Developer Greg Martz proposes zoning that limits water use, requires pipeline gas, and mandates berms to shape future development.
- He plans an 18-month reversion clause to force timely development or return to agricultural zoning.