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Our Town: Massive VA Clinic Finding Home in Copperas Cove
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Robert Lopez , FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
COPPERAS COVE, Texas (FOX 44) — Just minutes from Fort Hood, a massive new VA Clinic is coming to Copperas Cove. The new facility will span around 256,000 square feet and cost about $151 million to complete. Within the facility, local veterans can meet with health care providers without taking th...
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Key takeaway The new facility will span around 256,000 square feet and cost about $151 million to complete.
Why this matters in The Waco
The arrival of a massive new VA Clinic in Copperas Cove is poised to significantly impact the lives of local veterans, many of whom currently travel to Temple or Waco for healthcare services. By providing a state-of-the-art facility just minutes from Fort Hood, veterans will have easier access to essential medical care, reducing the burden of lengthy commutes. The clinic's proximity to the military base also suggests a potential influx of veterans and their families to the Copperas Cove area, which could have a positive effect on local businesses and the community as a whole. As the clinic begins to take shape, it will be worth watching how the city of Copperas Cove adapts to the increased demand for services and infrastructure, and how the clinic's presence affects the broader McLennan County community. The clinic's $151 million price tag is a significant investment in the region's veterans.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? COPPERAS COVE, Texas (FOX 44) — Just minutes from Fort Hood, a massive new VA Clinic is coming to Copperas Cove. The new facility will span around 256,000 square feet and cost about $151 million to complete. Within the facility, local veterans can meet with health care providers without taking th...
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