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Elon Musk, Greg Abbott confirm $17B Terafab facility will be built in Grimes County near College Station
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Andrea Leinfelder, Houston Chronicle , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Elon Musk has confirmed plans for a large facility to be built in the area.
A significant development is underway near College Station in Grimes County. Elon Musk has confirmed plans for a large facility to be built in the area. The project, valued at $17 billion, involves SpaceX and Tesla.
Further details about the facility are available, including information about incentives negotiated with local entities. The project is described as a chipmaking facility, with SpaceX and Tesla at the helm. More information can be found through the Waco Tribune-Herald for those seeking additional details about this substantial investment in the region.
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Category: schools Published: August 6, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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