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Courthouse Facility Improvements
The county is spending money to renovate the courthouse to better handle jury trials. This is being paid for by specific court fees, not general tax dollars.
14 mentionsLast discussed Aug 4, 2026
HighDevelopment
Tax Abatement Compliance
Google is dropping $600 million on a new data center in Ellis County, which is a massive boost for our local economy and tech scene. It’s a big win that puts us on the map for future high-tech investment.
5 mentionsLast discussed Jul 21, 2026
CriticalDevelopment
Data Center Regulation
Big tech is quietly snapping up land in Ellis County for massive data centers before the public even knows what's happening. It’s a major transparency issue that could permanently change our rural landscape without any real community input.
13 mentionsLast discussed Apr 28, 2026