Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A 1.7 million square foot Google data center, known as the "Helium Project," has been approved by the Barber County Commission with a 2-0 vote, despite significant public opposition. This report details the economic benefits cited by commissioners, the community's concerns over Google's autonomy and potential long-term impact, and the project's timeline.
A 1.7 million square foot Google data center, known as the "Helium Project," has been approved by the Barber County Commission with a 2-0 vote, despite significant public opposition. This report details the economic benefits cited by commissioners, the community's concerns over Google's autonomy and potential long-term impact, and the project's timeline.










