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A data center proposed at a quiet corner of East Texas leaves a community bracing for a boom
By Texas Tribune, Jess Huff at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 9, 2026
· 10 min read
Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly dispatch about the people, places and policies defining Texas, produced by Texas Tribune journalists living in communities across the state.LUFKIN — Kaesha Avishai picked her corner of East Texas five years ago. It was, for her, the ideal spot — close enough to t...
Key takeaway LUFKIN — Kaesha Avishai picked her corner of East Texas five years ago.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The situation in East Texas, where data centers are being proposed, has implications for Alamo Heights residents who may be concerned about similar developments in their own community. As data centers pop up in rural areas, it's likely that Bexar County will also be targeted due to its available land and resources. The concerns of East Texans, who value their peace and quiet, are likely to be echoed by Alamo Heights residents who cherish their community's character. The demand for guidelines to ensure that data centers won't disrupt communities is a precedent that could be relevant to Alamo Heights if similar proposals arise. Residents here should pay attention to how Angelina County navigates these issues, as it could inform their own responses to potential data center developments in the future. By watching how this situation unfolds, Alamo Heights can prepare for potential economic growth that may impact their own community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 10 min
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