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Tuesday, July 7th, 2026: A hyperscale data center? One Polk County dad says not in my backyard

from The Bay Blend · host WUSF

A Fort Meade resident and businessman is suing the city over plans to build a massive AI data center a half-acre from his home. WUSF's Jessica Meszaros joins the pod with that report. Plus, a reminder on vote-by-mail for Tampa Bay residents. And lots of weeknight activities to sprinkle into your schedule. -The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher.Website: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg 

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