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North Dakota town serves as an example of the promise and perils of data centers for South Dakota

February 1, 2026/

Some data center boosters in South Dakota say Ellendale — which has more data center development than the entire state to its south — is an example to follow.

 

ByMakenzie Huber and Joshua Haiar / South Dakota Searchlight


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