Organized in 1857 and celebrating our sesquicentennial next year, the Spanish name Palo Pinto means "painted pole" or "painted stick," probably named for Indian markings seen by the early explorers. A drive down Farm Road 4 in the fall may give a better interpretation. The turning leaves of pecan, oak, cottonwood, mesquite, elm, cedar and hackberry trees show a colored image … [Read more...] about Why Stop In Palo Pinto County???
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Why Stop In Oldham County???
If you like wide open spaces, cowboys, the Old West and beautiful sunsets, YOU’LL LOVE OLDHAM COUNTY!!! Located 30 miles west of Amarillo, Oldham County is larger than the state of Rhode Island and includes the communities of Vega, Adrian, Wildorado and Boys Ranch. The county population is 2,140 according to the Texas Almanac 2006-2007 – almost one square mile for every … [Read more...] about Why Stop In Oldham County???
Why Stop In Bastrop County???
To the east of Austin is the fast-growing county of Bastrop. New businesses, road construction, and a bustling atmosphere can be seen all around, but the deep history of the county is what we are most proud of. The city of Bastrop is the county seat. Its mission statement is to make Bastrop the best community in the nation through preservation of the past and progress for … [Read more...] about Why Stop In Bastrop County???
Why Stop In Ochiltree County???
Born on the High Plains of Texas in the early 1900s, Perryton is the gateway to Texas for travel and business. Located just minutes from Oklahoma and less than an hour from Kansas, our county enjoys year-round visitors from many states. Ochiltree County has natural beauty, with wide-open spaces and clean, clear air. Nearby Wolf Creek Park and Lake Fryer offer boating, … [Read more...] about Why Stop In Ochiltree County???
Why Stop In Nolan County???
Nolan County's Trent Mesa is the world's wind energy capital with a concentration of more giant turbines than anywhere else in the world, located south of Sweetwater. From I-20 you can see their graceful and perpetual sweep of the West Texas sky. Nolan County was established in 1871 and will be celebrating its 125th anniversary during the Fourth of July celebrations. The … [Read more...] about Why Stop In Nolan County???