A massive AI footprint is in Ellendale and it’s there to stay
Just outside Ellendale, North Dakota, a massive data center project is reshaping the prairie. Applied Digital is building a 2.2 million-square-foot campus to power AI data storage and cryptocurrency mining, drawn by the area’s abundant energy. While some residents worry about potential noise, water use, and power strains, early signs show minimal impact. Local leaders, including Mayor Don Flaherty, see it as a rare chance for long-term growth. For many, the mood is summed up simply: change is here, let’s make it work. Michael Anhalt with KFYR has the full story.
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