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flag Hobart, Indiana, approves Amazon’s data center despite resident opposition over health, environment, and transparency concerns.

flag A proposed Amazon data center in Hobart, Indiana, has drawn fierce opposition from residents concerned about health, environmental impacts, and lack of transparency, despite the city council’s unanimous approval of supporting ordinances. flag Residents urge delays for further review, citing fears of irreversible harm and strained resources. flag Mayor Josh Huddlestun defends the project, highlighting up to 400 permanent jobs, millions in revenue, and a $47 million upfront payment—the largest in U.S. history—while Amazon claims 1,100 long-term jobs and $1 billion in utility savings. flag Construction could begin this spring pending final votes.

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