# Douglas County Watchdogs Form to Stop Data Centers

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Podcast: [Lawrence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lawrence-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7616198)
Published: 2026-06-24T04:13:30+00:00
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## Resource

A new coalition, Douglas County Data Center Watchdogs, is rallying residents and former officials to stop data centers before they’re even proposed, leveraging state tax breaks and zoning loopholes to push back against unchecked development. With hyperscale facilities already permitted in Lawrence, the group is mobilizing through yard signs, email lists, and protests to protect the county’s future — and its water resources — from what they see as an unchecked boom. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/264acb6547da6474

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