r/missouri

After coming across the post about the data center planned for Montgomery county (2000 acres) I reached out to their rep to express my concern for water waste (it’s a close loop system apparently) higher electric bills, and waste of land.

This man did not even let me finish talking before he decided to I needed to explain how a closed loop system works and why it won’t waste water. Refused to address the strain on the grid, which will lead to an increase in the electric bills for all of us. Didn’t even get the bring up waste of land or the noise nuisance. He laughed and hung up.

I’m posting because honestly I’m sick of this. I’m sick of these representatives acting like the power is theirs and theirs alone. If anyone feels so inclined and is better educated on how these affect us, or at least louder or faster he’s currently answering the phone himself.

Jeff.Myers@house.mo.gov

573-751-2689

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Google announced it is bringing a $15 billion data center to mid-Missouri, located next to an already approved $35 billion data center run by Amazon.
The data centers are slated to go in Montgomery County in New Florence, 20 miles west of Warrenton along Interstate 70.
The two data centers combined would take up nearly 2,000 acres. Busch Stadium and Ballpark Village take up 28 acres, making the combined data center footprint roughly the size of 70 Busch Stadiums.
Google explained how it will be using advanced technology, hoping to limit water usage and reduce the environmental impact.

“We look forward to expanding Google’s investments in Missouri and helping Missourians benefit from the next wave of American innovation,” said Ruth Porat, President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google. “To deliver the upside of technology, we are investing in workforce development and energy affordability, both directly and through our partnerships with local organizations. This commitment will provide thousands of Missourians with valuable technical and trade skills, while supporting energy affordability for residents in Montgomery County and across the state.”
According to Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe, in accordance with Senate Bill 4, Google will continue to pay for 100% of the power the data center uses and any new infrastructure costs that are directly driven by its operations.
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Hello - plan is to drive slow and to reach Chicago in a week’s time. So looking for best places to stop and visit on the way. We’re traveling with 3 kids of age 5, 3, and an infant. Leads to any hidden gems 💎 will be highly appreciated.
Thanks in advance to all for the great recommendations.

Are there others that still don't have their mailed tax return in the system yet? It's been 6 weeks for me and certified mail says it was delivered. The portal is showing no return received.

Before you tell me to efile, I'd love to, it wasn't an option on this return.

I did not see this in other news publications so am not sure if more clarity. As described, the young man was not a crime suspect and was unarmed. As he ran away the cop hit him with his car then shot and killed him. I hope his family gets justice.

This summer program provides a one-time $120 benefit per child (age 7-17) for parents to put towards groceries this summer!

Children may be automatically eligible if they:
- already participate in SNAP or Temporary Assistance
- have active Medicaid
- are in foster care, homeless or a migrant
- are enrolled in school and approved for free/reduced lunch

How to apply:
MO: 855-373-4636 or at https://mydss.mo.gov/SUNBucks

We highly encourage you to access our network of partner pantries for additional food assistance, as well: www.harvesters.org/foodlocator

My wife and I are visiting Osage beach and were wondering what is around the lakes as well as the 2 hour range to go look at, see or do. We will be there 3ish days thanks.

I've been getting quotes for full coverage and they're all over the place. Anywhere from $180 to $282 per month. That's like a $100 difference, which seems crazy to me. I'm worried about just picking the cheapest one bc there might be a catch or the coverage sucks.

Is this normal in Missouri or am I doing something wrong and should I be suspicious of the low quotes?

This summer, I plan to get married and would like to have my preferred name listed on the marriage document. Should I change my name before the wedding, even if I will have to change my last name again after I marry? I intend to hyphenate our last names.

Additionally, I'm confused about the redaction form and how to fill it out. I’m unsure about how to redact my information and whether I need to submit both the redacted and unredacted versions to the court.

If anyone could help me with this, I would greatly appreciate it.

Helping my nephew on a research project on forrest-based lore and other hiking stories rooted in appalacian folklore. Is there anything like this in relation to Mark Twain Natl Park? Hes a 3rd year english student at university and its half a passion project but we thought we’d ask here too

This is my first time going on unemployment due to my
Job closing its doors and every place I apply to rejecting me due to “lack of experience”. I have waited my two weeks for filing, and am now on my third so first week of getting a payment. I was expecting to get it yesterday, but it still says pending. How long does it normally take to load into your account?