🌱 How could a data center pause decided in Belton affect you?
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- How could a data center pause decided in Belton affect you?
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 85, low: 71.
- Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Bell County Commissioners consider data center moratorium amid growing public concerns (kcentv.com) — Bell County commissioners meeting in Belton are weighing a temporary moratorium on new data centers, with a vote expected June 15 that could shape future development, water use, and infrastructure. After a packed workshop where more than 40 residents spoke, leaders say they want time to study impacts and may tie strict conditions to any tax abatements. 
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- Hi 👋🏻— seeking recommendations for reputable tree planting service.
I want to plant one or two red oaks in my backyard for eventual shade. Want to plant larger tree/s for a head start. (Nextdoor Morgan's Point Resort)
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- McCoy's Building Supply posted a job opening for Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator in Belton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Belton here.
🗞 Nearby News
Temple
- Temple Mall business owners see improvement efforts after compliance notice (kxxv.com)
- Reprint-HE26006BKV (hartenergy.com)
- Bell County Commissioners discuss data center moratorium (kxxv.com)
Salado
- Boudoir Photography in Salado TX Reflects a Shift Toward Personal Storytelling (kdhnews.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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