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Nine Grant County landowners are locked in a legal battle against a utility district seeking to seize portions of their farms and homes for a new transmission line meant to power Quincy’s booming data center economy. A judge recently upheld the condemnation, ruling the utility’s right to take property stands even if procedural steps were skipped — sparking outrage among residents who feel their rights are being trampled. One farmer called it a message that “the government can just take what they want.” The case is now headed to appeal, with compensation still uncertain and likely to be decided by jury. The utility insists the route was chosen for speed and cost savings, with construction slated for 2028 — while homeowners question the fairness of appraisals, including one woman whose home was valued nearly $600,000 less than an independent estimate. This $260 million project aims to double Quincy’s electricity flow to meet surging demand from tech giants.

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