A $6 billion data center has exposed serious transparency failures. But Festus should correct the process, secure real protections, and think carefully before surrendering a rare opportunity. A $6 billion data center has ignited a firestorm in a small Jefferson County city. The process was flawed. The outrage is understandable.

A $6 billion data center has exposed serious transparency failures. But Festus should correct the process, secure real protections, and think carefully before surrendering a rare opportunity. A $6 billion data center has ignited a firestorm in a small Jefferson County city. The process was flawed. The outrage is understandable.