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Gov. Abbott announces SpaceX expansion in Grimes County
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Matt McGovern , as published by FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The first phase of the project represents a capital investment of over $16.
Governor Greg Abbott has made an announcement regarding a significant development in Grimes County. SpaceX will be constructing a semiconductor fabrication plant in the area. The project, known as Terafab, is expected to bring substantial investment and job creation to the region.
8 billion. This development is anticipated to create 3,000 new jobs, according to the Office of the Governor. For more information on the project and its details, readers can refer to the Office of the Governor or other official sources.
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Category: local Published: August 6, 2026 Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) Reading time: 1 min
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