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McLennan County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in McLennan County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
McLennan County residents are fighting a proposed data center near Lake Whitney, sparking a heated debate over whether new tech jobs are worth the potential environmental toll. This project could set a major precedent for how the county handles industrial growth moving forward.
A huge new neighborhood with nearly 1,900 homes is coming to McLennan County, complete with new parks and trails. Construction is slated to start before the year is out, signaling a major expansion for the area.
A developer is taking Hill County to court after officials slammed the brakes on new data center projects. This fight is a big deal because it’s going to decide how much power local leaders actually have to block tech infrastructure in our backyards.
Waco City Council just approved a new self-storage facility on MacArthur Drive, ignoring local concerns about how it’ll change the neighborhood vibe. If you live nearby, expect a shift in the area's aesthetic and potentially more traffic on your daily commute.
Waco is facing another proposal for a massive data center, and locals are worried about how it’ll change our rural landscape. It’s a classic tug-of-war between tech expansion and preserving the character of our community.
Waco just gave the thumbs up to a massive 252-acre retail and warehouse hub at the intersection of I-35 and Loop 340. Get ready for a major influx of big-box stores and industrial space hitting the local landscape soon.
Governor Abbott and BlackRock are pouring $30 million into TSTC to supercharge local job training. This is a huge win for Waco, potentially landing residents better-paying careers and giving our local economy a serious upgrade.
Waco is looking at a massive new data center that could turn the city into a major tech hub. While it promises a serious boost to the local economy, we need to make sure our roads and power grid can actually handle the extra weight.
Waco is planning a new trail to finally connect East Waco to the Riverwalk. It’s a big win for anyone trying to bike or walk across town without dealing with heavy traffic.