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Data center approved on LDS Church's historic Texas ranch land

November 14, 2026 at 9:01 AM MT · via Chron · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Texas officials approved a massive data center on land the Mormon church owns on its historic Texas ranch, according to the Houston Chronicle.

The project will be built on land leased from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Local residents hold mixed views about the development, which will significantly transform the rural area.

The church has not publicly commented on the project's approval.

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