@ProPublica This is endemic to small town life. Warwick, GA made the news years ago for the same thing.
https://richinwhatmatters.com/2023/10/28/5-things-ive-learned-in-5-years-of-living-as-a-minimalist/#:~:text=Minimalist%20living%20isn%27t%20about,live%20out%20your%20life%27s%20purpose.
"Minimalist living isn’t about a perfectly curated home or about the amount of items you own. In fact, if you’re focusing on your stuff, then you’re missing the point of minimalism. Minimalism is a tool designed to help you live out your life’s purpose."

5 Things I’ve Learned in 5 Years of Living as a Minimalist
Minimalist living has shown me that, contrary to our consumer culture’s push for more, happiness isn’t found in bigger or trendier things.
Rich in What MattersIsolated my smart speaker devices to their own wifi connection so I can decide if the bandwidth they consume is worth the benefit they provide.
@SKleefeld Ah! Well in that case, nothing to lose!
@SKleefeld Related but valid concern: accidentally breaking it more. Possibly this is your paralyzing factor?