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Farmers, residents push back against proposed solar array in Wexford County
Farmers and residents in Wexford County oppose a proposed 1,500-acre solar array by Ranger Power, citing concerns over farmland loss, environmental impact, and property values. The project requires zoning changes, and a new Michigan law (Public Act 233) allows developers to bypass local control for state approval. Ranger Power plans to conduct studies and propose a community benefits agreement.
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