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Every contractor has a story, and we share one that exudes perseverance and inspiration. We also take a look at the growth of data centers, and a don’t do that DIY thing.
Contractor Spotlight: Leon Garrett

Data Centers
a January 2026 report by mineral rights brokerage firm Texas Royalty Brokers revealed the top regions hosting the most GPU clusters. The study compiled information on 214 AI data centers across the US, which were then grouped into 83 distinct cluster sites. These facilities house GPUs, which are specialized chips designed to run AI programs and handle complex calculations. The top 5 states with the most developed AI infrastructure are? Drumroll please …

Podcasts
AFC: The guys welcome in Mark Huston, Chief Executive Officer, Viega North America as she talks about her relatively new position at the company and her vision for future success. Listen here, https://www.buzzsprout.com/1203956/episodes/18511050
MTGA: Over on the MTGA podcast, the guys talk about the recent Triangle Tube shutdown. Listen here, https://www.buzzsprout.com/1198388/episodes/18489849
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