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‘Carroll County is open for business’: State commerce secretary encourages frank talk on data centers, solar development

Coker says rural counties like Carroll shouldn’t shy away from opportunities such as artificial intelligence

Production Manager Henry Unger, left, points out the H-Vac Overhaul and Repair area of the plant to Maryland Commerce Secretary Harry Coker during a tour of Knorr Brake Company in Westminster. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)
Production Manager Henry Unger, left, points out the H-Vac Overhaul and Repair area of the plant to Maryland Commerce Secretary Harry Coker during a tour of Knorr Brake Company in Westminster. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)
Baltimore Sun reporter Lily Carey. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)
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During his tour of the county on Monday, Coker shared his strategies for helping rural counties like Carroll attract more businesses while also balancing "traditional economies" like agriculture and tourism.

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