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Small plots of land fuel big suspicions among Lubbock residents, who fear it’s for a data center
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· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The changes involve annexing and rezoning land near a rail line and Interstate 27.
Lubbock residents are concerned about the potential use of certain land parcels. City leaders have approved changes to these properties, but their intended purpose has not been disclosed. The changes involve annexing and rezoning land near a rail line and Interstate 27.
Further information about the properties and the requested changes can be found through the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance. Details about the situation are available from the source, including the size of the land tracts and the entities involved in the changes.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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