The growth of data centers is creating tension in communities, with concerns over resource usage, environmental impact, and job creation. Experts argue that data centers can be built sustainably, generating tax revenue and creating economic benefits for local communities. However, the industry's reliance on fossil fuels and the need for pipelines to support growth are also contentious issues, with some states imposing moratoriums on new data centers. Meanwhile, nuclear power is being reevaluated as a clean and reliable source of energy, with the potential to power data centers and meet growing electricity demands. [... more]

North Carolina is expanding its apprenticeship programs with federal workforce funds, connecting high school students with career opportunities in various industries. Early voting kicks off in the state for the March 3rd primary election, with low expected voter turnout due to the lack of competitive races. The state is also launching a new energy efficiency program to make utility bills more affordable for eligible households. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein is addressing the growing demand for energy in the state, particularly from data centers, and is awaiting recommendations from his Energy Policy Task Force. [... more]

Living simply isn't about deprivation, but about freedom, which can unleash extraordinary generosity. Randy Alcorn joins Rob West to discuss how to loosen our grip on earthly things to open our hands to eternal impact, and how seeing life through the lens of eternity transforms how we approach our possessions. [... more]

Pastor Ernie Sanders discusses the birth of a king, the government being upon his shoulders, and the persecution of Christians. He also talks about the mysterious drones in American skies, which are part of a massive counter-terror operation to detect a dirty bomb. Additionally, he discusses the role of Russian pipelines in smuggling supplies into the US for a planned homeland attack. [... more]

The He Gets Us campaign is a national media blitz for Jesus, but critics argue it misrepresents Christ's message of love and compassion, watering down the gospel and failing to emphasize sin, righteousness, and judgment. In contrast, Pastor John MacArthur's open letter to Governor Gavin Newsom rebukes the governor's support for abortion, using Scripture to convict him of his sinfulness and calling him to repentance and faith in Christ. [... more]

The Biden administration's response to Hurricane Ian, the rising crime rate in the US, and the impact of inflation on the economy are among the top stories being discussed on the Brian Kilmead Show. The show also touches on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and the potential consequences of a Russian declaration of annexation of the Donbass region. [... more]

The US is the world's number one producer of oil and natural gas, but only 10% of production comes from federal lands. Industry representatives argue that regulations and bureaucratic hurdles hinder development on public lands, leading to a large inventory of unused permits. [... more]