Lee Lilley grew up in small-town Williamston and knows the need for rural jobs. But he’s facing growing grassroots disenchantment over data centers.
Rick Smith
Rick Smith, a freelance writer based in Raleigh, has written about technology, economic development, military affairs, and entrepreneurship for numerous publications. He co-founded WRAL TechWire in 2002 and stepped down as editor in 2023.
