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Data centers had little impact on Memphis home prices, assessor reports
A study from the Shelby County assessor of property shows Memphis property values and rent have been unaffected by data centers, lining up with national trends.
Noah McLane
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City of Memphis Anger erupts at City Hall as data center pause vote pushed yet again
It was the first item on the agenda of more than 30, but the rest of the meeting was canceled after police and City Hall security cleared the Memphis City Council chamber, those on the scene said.
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