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If you\\u2019re looking for someone to blame for the price of chicken wings, experts say it\\u2019s the fault of the pandemic -- at least partially, anyway -- as American appetite for chicken has remained strong during COVID restrictions and in response to fast food chicken sandwich wars.

And while chicken producers are working overtime to try to address the demand, one proposed plant is being sidelined over concerns from the surrounding community.

An Alabama county court has blocked the construction of a Pilgrim\\u2019s Pride plant in the city of Gadsden that has reportedly been subject to \\u201cvocal community opposition.\\u201d The judge issued the injunction to stop construction due to concerns it will be \\u201ca smelly, dangerous nuisance,\\u201d according to the AP.

At issue is the location, which is near homes, schools and a church, as well as the region\\u2019s airport. 120 truckloads of chicken parts would arrive at the plant daily, and the Judge acknowledged local concerns over the smell, traffic and potential to impact the operations of the airport. He said that while he understood the need to bring jobs to the area, it was critical to balance that need against the rights of the citizens in the community.

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