Data center expansion transforms rural Texas town of Taylor

A rural Texas community known for farming and antique shops faces rapid transformation as major data center development arrives, raising questions about land use, infrastructure, and quality of life for longtime residents.

First covered Nov 1, 2026 · 1:55 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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kvue.com Taylor’s 664-acre data center project approved in 5-0 city council vote

san.com A data center is moving into a small town. Residents say it will ruin their history

fox7austin.com City of Taylor moves forward with data center despite pushback from community

kut.org Taylor City Council approves deal to clear the way for a nearby data center and power plant

chron.com 87 acres once gifted as Texas parkland now set for major data center

Appeared in: 2026-11-01 (#20) · 2026-11-02 (#18)

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