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LIMESTONE COUNTY www.co.limestone.tx.us
Limestone County, population 22, 849, was established in April 1846 from Robertson County. Fort Parker, near the Navasota River in what is now central Limestone County, was the earliest actual settlement in the area. Limestone County’s original county seat was Springfield, but it was moved to Groesbeck in 1873. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 933 square miles, of which 905 square miles is land and 28 square miles is water.
LIMESTONE COUNTY COURTHOUSE 200 W. State St., Groesbeck, TX 76642
https://www.co.limestone.tx.us/ COUNTY JUDGE RICHARD DUNCAN
200 W. State St., Ste. 101, Groesbeck, TX 76642
ASSISTANT COUNTY TREASURER ANN NELSON
200 W. State Street, Suite 104, Groesbeck, Texas 76642 (254) 729-3314/ Fax (254)729-2342
TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR STACY HALL P.O. Box 539, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-3405/ Fax (254) 729-3533, shall@co.limestone.tx.us
CONSTABLES PRECINCT 1 CONSTABLE SCOTT T. SMITH 310 S Dallas St. Groesbeck, Texas 76642 254-729-2933; Fax: 254-729-3151, scott.smith@co.limestone.tx.us PRECINCT 2 CONSTABLE MICHAEL CARTER P. O. Box 194 Coolidge, Texas 76635
(254) 729-3810/ Fax (254) 729-2643
254-786-4938; Cell: 903-388-7916; Fax: 254-786-4916,
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
PRECINCT 3 CONSTABLE GLENN SHOEMAKER
PRECINCT 1 COMMISSIONER JODY GOODMAN 200 W. State St., Ste. 101, Groesbeck, TX 76642, (254) 645-0716 Jody.Goodman@co.limestone.tx.us PRECINCT 2 COMMISSIONER MICAH ANDERSON P.O. Box 1226 Mexia, TX 76667, (254) 747-2080/ Fax (254) 729-2643 micahanderson1980@yahoo.com PRECINCT 3 COMMISSIONER STEPHEN FRIDAY 200 W. State St., Ste. 101, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-3810/ Cell (254) 315-1071 PRECINCT 4 COMMISSIONER BOBBY FORREST P.O. Box 807, Mexia, TX 76667, (254) 562-2884/ Cell (254) 747-0075
michael.carter@co.limestone.tx.us 200 W. State St., Ste. 205, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-5409/ Fax (254) 729-5699, glenn.shoemaker@co.limestone.tx.us PRECINCT 4 CONSTABLE MARK ROARK 205 South McKinney St., Mexia, Texas 76667 (254) 562-7379/ Fax: (254) 562-9667, mark.roark@co.limestone.tx.us
COUNTY SHERIFF MURRAY AGNEW 912 N. Tyus St., Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-3278/ Fax (254) 729-8342
bobbyforrest@remax.net
murray.agnew@co.limestone.tx.us
COUNTY/DISTRICT ATTORNEY
PRECINCT 1 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
HON. JEFF JANES 200 W. State Street, Suite 110 Groesbeck, Texas 76642 Phone: 254-729-3814; Fax: 254-729-5699,
HON. BRANDY AGNEW. 310 S. Dallas St., Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-2933/ Fax (254) 729-3151
Email: jeff.janes@co.limestone.tx.us
brandy.agnew@co.limestone.tx.us
COUNTY CLERK
PRECINCT 2 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
KERRIE COBB
DEVIN WOODALL
P.O. Box 350 /200 W. State St., Ste. 102,Groesbeck, TX 76642
(SERVING THE REMAINDER OF JP MIKE BELL’S TERM)
(254) 729-5504 / Fax (254) 729-2951, coclerk@co.limestone.tx.us
(254) 786-4938/ Fax (254) 786-4916, mike.bell@co.limestone.tx.us
COUNTY TREASURER
PRECINCT 3 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
STEPHANIE GRUELL
JEFF MELASKY
200 W. State St., Ste. 104, Groesbeck, TX 76642
200 W. State Street, Suite 201, Groesbeck, Texas 76642
(254) 729-3314/ Fax (254) 729-2342, carol.pickett@co.limestone.tx.us
254-729-3630; Fax: 254-729-3060 jeff.melasky@co.limestone.tx.us
8 • BI-STONE CONNECTIONS 2026-27 PRECINCT 4 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE RAY JONES 205 S. McKinney St., Mexia, TX 76667 (254) 562-7113/ Fax (254) 562-9667
COUNTY AUDITOR NATASHA GOODMAN 200 W. State St., Ste. 301, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-3817/ Fax (254) 729-5626
CITY OF MEXIA www.cityofmexia.com MEXIA CITY HALL 101 N. McKinney St., Mexia TX 76667
CITY MANAGER JOSHUA BARRON 254-562-4110, jbarron@cityofmexia.com
natasha.goodman@co.limestone.tx.us
ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATOR JENNIFER SOUTHARD
CITY SECRETARY/ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ROSHUNA WILEY 254-562-4185, RoshunaW@cityofmexia.com
200 W. State St., Room G5, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-4997/ Fax (254) 729-4993 jennifer.southard@co.limestone.tx.us
87TH DISTRICT COURT JUDGE AMY THOMAS WARD P.O. Box 230, Groesbeck, TX 76642, (254) 729-5705/ Fax (254) 729-2960
77TH DISTRICT COURT JUDGE ROY DEFRIEND P.O. Box 230, Groesbeck, TX 76642,
DEPUTY CITY SECRETARY/FINANCE MANAGER MADISON RODRIGUEZ 254-562-4122, MadisonR@cityofmexia.com
PAYROLL SPECIALIST/PERMITS CLERK RUTH TENORIO 254-562-4121, RuthT@cityofmexia.com
CITY ATTORNEY ADAM MILES 254-662-5888
(254) 729-5705/ Fax (254) 729-2960
DISTRICT CLERK CAROL JENKINS
MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE CHARLIE BUENGER 211 N. Sherman St., Mexia TX 76667, 254-562-4181
200 W. State Street, Suite 206, Groesbeck, TX 76642, (254) 729-3206/ Fax (254) 729-2960
PUBLIC WORKS 800 S. Belknap, Mexia TX 76667
MEXIA
The city of Mexia is located at the intersection of U.S. 84 and Hwys. 14 and 171. It is approximately 40 miles east of Waco and about 1-1/2 hours south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Named after General José Antonio Mexía, a Hispanic hero for the Republic of Texas Army during the Texas Revolution, the town was founded near his estate, whose ownership dates to 1833. Mexia was platted in 1870 by the Houston and Texas Central Townsite Company, a sister company of the Houston and Texas Central Railroad. Lots went on sale in 1871, a post office was granted in 1872, and Mexia was incorporated the following year.
DIRECTOR STEVEN RODRIGUEZ: 254-562-4171 WASTE SUPERVISOR DAN TURNBOW: 254-562-4186 SECRETARY TRACY THORNTON: 254-562-4170
WATER OFFICE 101 N. McKinney, Mexia TX 76667, 254-562-4131 WATER SUPERVISOR JOHN CARROLL: 254-562-4171
GIBBS MEMORIAL LIBRARY LIBRARIAN/ DIRECTOR SHIEN-DEE PULLMAN 305 E. Rusk St., Mexia, TX 76667 254-562-3231
A large deposit of natural gas was discovered in 1912 by the Mexia Gas and Oil Company and in 1920, the Mexia Oilfield was found. These discoveries led to rapid population growth in the area. The prosperity generated by the boom, however, only lasted until the 1930s, when the Great Depression forced many people to leave in search of work. The number of residents in the town stabilized at 6,500 in the early 1930s; the 2022 population was 6,868.
BUILDING OFFICIAL BRUCE GLOVER: 254-562-4184 CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER WAYNE GLOVER: 254-562-4180 AMBULANCE BILLING: 254-562-4120
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MEXIA CITY COUNCIL
GIRL SCOUT HOUSE
MAYOR – GEARY SMITH
The deposit will be returned after 10 days of your rental date, provided
254–562-2720, smithgeary@yahoo.com
everything is clean, the city does not have to sweep or mop, and there
DISTRICT 1 CLIFTON “BUTCH” NEWHOUSE
are no damages.
DISTRICT 2 ERICA TWEEDLE NAVARRO (MAYOR PRO TEM)
Amenities: There are a limited number of tables and chairs. It is
DISTRICT 3 JOYCE JOHNSON
recommended you bring additional chairs and tables. The house contains
DISTRICT 4 JUDY CHAMBERS
two bathrooms, two small rooms, and a kitchen with stove and refrigerator.
DISTRICT 5 MARVIN CHILDS
It is an old building, and has two window-unit air-conditioners; it is
DISTRICT 6 SCOTT CONDON
recommended those renting the facility bring fans if they need additional cooling. Although it is not a new, modern facility, it is frequently used and
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well worth the rental price. The Girl Scout House is located in Hughes City
201 S. McKinney, Mexia TX 76667
PAVILION
CHIEF ROBERT LAFOY 254-562-4160
The Pavilion in the park may be reserved at no cost, but users must
ASSISTANT CHIEF BRENT RUDD 254-562-4188
obtain a letter from the executive assistant to the city manager which will
MEXIA FIRE DEPARTMENT
MEXIA POLICE DEPARTMENT
Park which has a curfew of 10 p.m.
give access to the pavilion without a problem. Many times reunion groups rent the adjacent Girl Scout House, which is air-conditioned, in conjunction
211 N. Sherman St., Mexia TX 76667
with the Pavilion. The Pavilion has lights for night time usage.
CHIEF OF POLICE HEATH CROSSLAND 214-562-4154
The Girl Scout House and Pavilion are located in Hughes City Park. which
OFFICE MANAGER MARCIA PALERMO 254-237-1607
has a curfew of 10 p.m. GSH and Pavilion rentals must abide by that curfew.
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER LISA MURPHY 254-729-4555
RENTAL FACILITIES The city of Mexia has several rental facilities available, which may be rented through the executive assistant for the city manager, 101 N. McKinney St., phone: 254-562-4110.
CONVENTION CENTER The auditorium is available for rent only. The balcony is not available for rent at this time. INSURANCE: Alcohol Liability Insurance Policy coverage must be for at least $500,000. Two peace officers for security are required; they must be approved by the police chief. Deposit: The deposit will be returned after 10 days of your rental date, provided everything is clean and the city does not have to sweep or mop, and there are no damages. Amenities: There are 58 tables that are rectangular, 2 1/2 feet by 6 feet, and approximately 300 chairs. Maximum occupancy is 400 people. The Convention Center has a full kitchen with ice machine.
ARMORY INSURANCE: Alcohol Liability Insurance Policy coverage must be for at least $500,000. Two peace officers for security are required; they must be approved by the police chief. Deposit: The deposit will be returned after 10 days of your rental date, provided everything is clean and the city does not have to sweep or mop, and there are no damages. Amenities: There are 20 tables and 180 folding metal chairs. The Armory has no kitchen appliances and no air conditioning.
SWIMMING POOL Currently closed
BUSINESS
MEXIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR STACEY BUSH
mexiaedc.com
214 N. Sherman, Ste. 3, Mexia TX 76667 254-562-7900; Fax: 254-562-7905
MEXIA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE mexiachamber.com 214 N. Sherman, Mexia TX 76667, 254-562-5569 director@mexiachamber.com
EDUCATION
MEXIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT www.mexiaisd.net MISD ADMINISTRATION SUPERINTENDENT BRAD ANDREWS 616 N. Red River, Mexia TX 76667 254-562-4000/Fax 254-562-5508
MEXIA ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES RON FOWLER, PRESIDENT JACKIE CRAIG, VICE PRESIDENT JOHN BONNER, SECRETARY DR. W.H. (BILL) LOWRY MELVALYNN JONES CEDRICK D. GAMBLE WILLIAM T. (BUD) SHAMBLIN
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A.B. MCBAY ELEMENTARY 1000 N. Ross, Mexia TX 76667
MAYOR JOHN CRAWFORD
254-562-4030/Fax 254-562-0074
254-716-0065, mayor@cityofcoolidgetx.com
R.Q. SIMS INTERMEDIATE
MAYOR PRO TEM RHONDA IVY rivy@cityofcoolidgetx.com
1010 N. Ross, Mexia TX 76667
TERRI SHIRLEY
254-562-4025/Fax 254-562-4028
tshirley@cityofcoolidgetx.com
MEXIA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
DAVID BAUER dbauer@cityofcoolidgetx.com
No. 1 Blackcat Dr., Mexia TX 76667
KATHERINE HAYES
254-562-4020/Fax 254-562-5053
khayes@cityofcoolidgetx.com
MEXIA HIGH SCHOOL
ANN NELSON anelson@cityofcoolidgetx.com
1120 N. Ross, Mexia TX 76667 254-562-4010/Fax 254-562-2142
MISD ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES COOLIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT
616 N. Red River, Mexia TX 76667
CHIEF OF POLICE BRETT PLEDGER
254-562-4023/Fax 254-562-4024
806 Bell St., Coolidge, TX 76635
NAVARRO COLLEGE SOUTH
254-300-9002
CAMPUS DEAN: CHRISTINA MIMS
COOLIDGE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
navarrocollege.edu
CHIEF HEATH ALLCORN
901 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Highway, Mexia TX 76667
114 Bell St., Coolidge, TX 76635
254-562-3848/toll-free 800-Navarro/Fax 254-562-6613
254-747-3414
Christina.mims@navarrocollege.edu
EDUCATION
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
COOLIDGE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
100 N. McKinney St. Mexia TX 76667
SUPERINTENDENT DR. ROBERT LOWRY
254-562-2401
1002 Kirven St., Coolidge, TX 76635 254-786-2206
COOLIDGE
www.coolidgeisd.org
Coolidge is at the intersection of Hwy. 171 and FM 73, 11 miles northwest
COOLIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
of Mexia in northern Limestone County. It was established in 1903 while
1000 Kirven Street, Coolidge, Texas 76635
the Trinity and Brazos Valley Railway was laying track between Hillsboro
254-786-2206
and Mexia and was named in honor of a stockholder in the company. Coolidge was incorporated in 1905, and by 1910 had a population of 500.
COOLIDGE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
By 1914 Coolidge had two banks, a weekly newspaper and a variety of
1002 Kirven Street, Coolidge, Texas 76635
businesses. By the early 1930s the population had risen to 1,169. The
254-786-2206
community experienced a serious setback in 1942, when the railroad decided to abandon its track through the town. The population rose
COOLIDGE ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
again to 786 by 2022.
DANNY FINLEY, PRESIDENT
CITY OF COOLIDGE CITY SECRETARY PATRICIA MCCLINTON
JOYCE BATEMAN, VICE PRESIDENT MARIA SAMANIEGO, SECRETARY HEATH ALLCORN RANDALL JACOBS
COOLIDGE CITY HALL
FERNANDO SAMANIEGO
101 N. 1st St, Coolidge, TX 76635
KENNETH ERWIN
254-786-4814/Fax 254-786-2169
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WORTHAM
In November 1871, a post office was established in what is now Wortham, but the town name was Long Bottom, a corruption of the original owner’s name (Longbotham). In 1874, the settlement was renamed Wortham in honor of Col. Rice Wortham, a merchant instrumental in convincing the railroad to build through the area. In 1885, Wortham was a small market
WORTHAM VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
center for area cotton farmers with several churches, steam grist and
CHIEF KELLY CRAIG
corn mills, cotton gins, a general store, and about 30 inhabitants.
P.O. Box 592, Wortham TX 76693
The town of Wortham was transformed by an oil boom in the 1920s. The
Non emergency (Freestone County Sheriff’s Office) 903-389-3236
population rose from 1,000 to some 30,000 at the height of the boom in 1925, but the boom ended by late 1927, and by 1929 the population had dropped to around 2,000. In 2022, Wortham had 1,007 residents.
EDUCATION
CITY OF WORTHAM
Central Office 254-765-3095, Ext. 8
WORTHAM INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
WORTHAM CITY HALL
worthamisd.org
CITY SECRETARY TONYA RISSMILLER
201 S. 4th St., Wortham, TX 76693
108 W. Main, Wortham, TX 76693
SUPERINTENDENT DR. JENNIFER PARNHAM
254-765-3319 citysecretary@worthamtx.com
MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE SHIRLEY MAYS
COURT CLERK/UTILITY CLERK MARIBEL HERNANDEZ 108 W. Main, Wortham, TX 76693 254-765-3042 courtclerk@worthamtx.com
WORTHAM SEWER AND WATER DEPARTMENT WAYLON GIERISCH, PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 201 S 4th St, Wortham, TX 76693 254-765-3080
MIDDLE SCHOOL 200 S 5th St, Wortham, TX 76693 254-765-3523
HIGH SCHOOL 200S 5th St, Wortham, TX 76693 254-765-3094
108 W. Main, Wortham, TX 76693
FIELD HOUSE
254-765-3319
254-765-3091
CITY ATTORNEY CHARLIE OLSON
FOOTBALL FIELD
WORTHAM CITY COUNCIL
411 Longbotham
MAYOR PATTY JONES
GYM
MAYOR PRO TEM MICHAEL BUSBY
254-765-3088
PATTRICK EVANS LEONARD SMITH
CAFE
ROSIE KEATHLY
254-765-3090
DEBORAH EVANS
WORTHAM ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES
MICHAEL DUNN, PRESIDENT
CHIEF OF POLICE KELLY CRAIG
JEFF JONES
104 W. Concho, Wortham, TX 76693
BRENT JONES
Non emergency 254- 765-3444/ Fax 254-765-3310
RYAN CARR
WORTHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
BRETT DUKE, VICE PRESIDENT JORDAN PADGETT, SECRETARY
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CITY OF TEHUACANA
Tehuacana is at the intersection of Hwy. 171 and FM 638, 6 miles
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CITY OF GROESBECK
The City of Groesbeck was dedicated as a township by the Houston and
northwest of Mexia in northwestern Limestone County. In 1847, a post
Texas Central Railroad in 1869 and was named for Abraham Groesbeeck,
office called Tewockony Springs was established, named for the
one of its directors. The development of a city government began on
Tawakoni Indians who once lived in the area. The town became known
April 11, 1871, when the town was incorporated by an act of the legislature.
as Tehuacana Hills after the Tehuacana Academy opened in 1852.
On April 12, 1871, a post office was established and the name was listed
The Civil War led to closure of the post office, but it reopened in 1869
as Groesbeck. Groesbeck became the county seat of Limestone County
under the community name of Tehuacana. In 1869, the Cumberland
on December 20, 1873. Located centrally between Houston, Austin, and
Presbyterian Church made Tehuacana the site of Trinity University. By
the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, the Groesbeck area has built an economy
the mid-1880s Tehuacana had about 500 residents, and in 1890 the town
long based on agriculture, which has expanded to various mining
was incorporated. Trinity University moved in 1902, so the property was
enterprises and several small manufacturing industries. In addition, the
deeded to the Methodist Church, which opened Westminster College.
area offers recreational facilities such as Fort Parker State Park and Lake
In 1903 the Trinity and Brazos Valley Railway opened a line between
Limestone. Old Fort Parker is known as the site of the kidnapping of
Cleburne and Mexia that passed through Tehuacana, helping the
Cynthia Ann Parker, mother of Quanah Parker. The Confederate Reunion
population rise to 615 by the mid-1920s. But the track was abandoned in
Grounds and Limestone County’s “Million Dollar Courthouse” preserve
1942. In 1942, Southwestern University absorbed Westminster College,
the area’s rich history. The 2026 population of Groesbeck is estimated at
then closed it in 1950. In 1953, the campus became Westminster Junior
3,777 residents.
College and Bible Institute. The population of Tehuacana declined 228 according to the official 2020 U.S. Census, though recent American
GROESBECK CITY HALL www.cityofgroesbeck.com
Community Survey estimates and commercial trackers put the number
402 W. Navasota, Groesbeck, TX 76642
closer to 340 residents.
(254) 729-3293/ Fax (254) 729-3501
TEHUACANA CITY HALL
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
NORMA FIELDER
402 W. Navasota, Groesbeck, TX 76642
205 S. Railroad St., PO Box 67, Tehuacana, TX 76686-0067
chenson@cityofgroesbeck.com
254-395-4408
(254) 729-3293/ Cell (254) 645-0260
through the 1980s, reaching 265 in 1982. The population of Tehuacana is
CITY SECRETARY
tehuacanacityhall@windstream.net
TAX ASSESSOR STACEY HALL
SUPERINTENDENT OF GARBAGE MICHAEL HALL
WATER MANAGER WILL FLOYD
TEHUACANA CITY COUNCIL MAYOR JAMES TRANTHAM
CHRIS HENSON
MUNICIPAL COURT MICHELLE NANCE, MUNICIPAL JUDGE 901 W. Yeagua, Groesbeck, TX 76642 court@cityofgroesbeck.com (254) 729-5794/ Fax (254) 729-8093
CITY SECRETARY RAQUEL BLOOD 402 W. Navasota, Groesbeck, TX 76642 citysecretary@cityofgroesbeck.com (254) 729-3293/ Fax (254) 729-3501
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER TOMMY PLATT
CODE ENFORCEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER CARI SPIARES
DONNA NICHOLS
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LISA HENDERSON
317 W. Navasota St., Groesbeck, TX 76642
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER KERRY STUVER
(254) 729-3293/ Cell (254) 645-2161
CITY COUNCILMEMBER JACE P. FLOYD, III
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES TEHUACANA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE CHIEF AARON WOODALL PO Box 228, Tehuacana, TX 76686 254-395-4888
ANIMAL CONTROL RANDALL DOBSON 903 W. Yeagua St., Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-3293 option 7/ Cell (254) 645-0257
16 • BI-STONE CONNECTIONS 2026-27 PUBLIC WORKS JASON WILLIAMS, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
GROESBECK PUBLIC LIBRARY CONFERENCE ROOM
jwilliams@cityofgroesbeck.com
601 W Yeagua, Groesbeck, Tx
(254) 729-3293/ Fax (254) 729-0231
Phone: (254) 729-3667, Email: director@groesbecklibrary.org
GROESBECK CITY COUNCIL
www.groesbecklibrary.org/room-rental
MAYOR MATTHEW DAWLEY
GROESBECK WOMAN’S CLUB
MAYOR PRO TEM WARREN ANGLIN
Mailing address: PO Box 406, Groesbeck, TX 76642
DEPUTY MAYOR PRO TEM KIM HARRIS
For event rental contact Ginger Fritz at (254) 855-4962.
MEMBER TAMIKIA JACKSON
The Groesbeck Woman’s Club is a public place that can be rented for
MEMBER PAMELA GONNER
bridal and baby showers, adult birthday celebrations, small weddings,
MEMBER MARCUS MCGRUDER
family or class reunions, church meetings, club meetings, and more.
City Council meets every third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 317 W. Navasota, Groesbeck.
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES GROESBECK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
BUSINESS
GROESBECK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP. TK PRESLEY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR www.groesbeckedc.org
PAT SAMUELS - FIRE CHIEF
402 W. Navasota, Groesbeck TX, 76642
(254) 645-0268 or (254) 495-9921
(254) 729-5375/ Fax (254) 729-3501
firechief@cityofgroesbeck.com
info@groesbeckedc.org
409 Whitt St., Groesbeck, TX 76642
GROESBECK POLICE DEPARTMENT CHRIS HENSON, CHIEF OF POLICE 301 W. Longbotham., Groesbeck, TX 76642 P.O. Box 927 Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-3497/ Fax (254) 729-8393 chenson@cityofgroesbeck.com After hours, weekends and holidays:
GROESBECK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (254) 729-3894 P.O. Box 326, Groesbeck, TX 76642 info@groesbeckchamber.com www.groesbeckchamber.com
GROESBECK PUBLIC LIBRARY
(254) 729-3278
JAMIE MCLEAN, LIBRARY DIRECTOR
EMERGENCY ROOM
601 W. Yeagua St. Groesbeck, Texas 76642
LIMESTONE MEDICAL CENTER 701 McClintic Dr., Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-3281
www.groesbecklibrary.org (254) 729-3667 Monday-Wednesday: 10:30 am-5:00 pm Thursday: 10:30 am-6:00 pm
www.groesbeckhospital.com
Saturday: 9am-12pm
RENTAL FACILITIES
GROESBECK POST OFFICE
GROESBECK CONVENTION CENTER
(254) 729-3304
MANAGED BY THE CITY OF GROESBECK
EDUCATION
106 E. Navasota St. • P.O. Box 326, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-2287 groesbeckconventioncenter@gmail.com www.cityofgroesbeck.com/page/city.conventioncenter The City of Groesbeck Convention Center. The building consists of a 5,000-square-foot Grand Hall, a 1,300-square-foot Club Room, and an outside Veranda.
Closed Sundays and Fridays
112 S. Dr. J.B. Riggs Dr. Groesbeck, Texas 76642
GROESBECK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT SCOTT CUMMINGS www.groesbeck.k12.tx.us 1202 N. Ellis St., Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-4100
H.O. WHITEHURST ELEMENTARY 801 S. Ellis, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-4104/ Fax (254) 729-2798
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ENGE-WASHINGTON INTERMEDIATE 803 S. Ellis, Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 729-4103/ Fax (254) 729-5309
GROESBECK MIDDLE SCHOOL
KOSSE MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE MICHELLE NANCE
410 Elwood Enge, Groesbeck, TX 76642
PO Box 116 K osse, TX 76653
(254) 729-4102/ Fax: (254) 729-8763
(254) 375-2212, cityofkosse@gmail.com
GROESBECK HIGH SCHOOL
COURT CLERK
1202 N. Ellis St., Groesbeck, TX 76642
CHRISTINA LOCKHART (254) 375-2212
(254) 729-4101
Available Wednesdays and Thursdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
GISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
PUBLIC WORKS
ASLONE FOY, BOARD PRESIDENT, DISTRICT 5
DIRECTOR HARLEY JONES
JIM LONGBOTHAM, BOARD VICE-PRESIDENT, AT-LARGE
103 N. Narcissus, Kosse, TX 76653
BRIDGETT JACKSON-TATUM, BOARD SECRETARY, DISTRICT 1
Water & Sewer Calls - (254) 375-2212
SINDRA MCLEAN, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 3 ANGELA CRANE, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 2 JASON MILSTEAD, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 4 STEPHEN BRADLEY, BOARD MEMBER, AT-LARGE
CITY OF KOSSE
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES KOSSE POLICE DEPARTMENT
DERAK ROSTOCKYJ, POLICE CHIEF 100 N. Narcissus, Kosse, TX 76653
Kosse is on highways 14 and 7 near the Falls County line in southwestern
DIAL 911 or (254) 375-2212
Limestone County. Settlers made homes by nearby Duck Creek in the
OFFICER: SEAN O’REILLY
mid-1840s and ran a stage stop for the Franklin-Springfield and Waco-Marlin stage routes. In 1869, Kosse became the end of the Houston and Texas
KOSSE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
Central Railway and was named for Theodore Kosse, a chief engineer for the
CHIEF KENDALL FUNDERBURK
railroad and the man who surveyed the road for the town. Businesses moved
109 S. Narcissus, Kosse, TX 76653
to Kosse from Eutaw, two miles west, and the Eutaw post office was moved
DIAL 911
to Kosse in 1870. The development of a town government began in 1871. The
ASST. CHIEF - RONNIE FUNDERBURK
community reached a population of 500 by 1880, and the 2026 population is
DEPUTY CHIEF -TODD FREEMAN
estimated at 463 residents. Kosse calls itself “A Little Town with a Big Heart.”
CAPTAIN - CHAD LITTLE
KOSSE CITY HALL KosseTexas.com 103 N. Narcissus, Kosse, TX 76653
LIEUTENANT - BRANDON FUNDERBURK LIEUTENANT - CHARLIE CURRY SECRETARY - CULLEN FREEMAN TREASURER - JENNIFER FUNDERBURK
CITY SECRETARY CHRISTINA LOCKHART PO Box 116, Kosse, TX 76653 (254) 375-2212
CITY ATTORNEY MIKE DIXON
KOSSE CITY COUNCIL
BUSINESS
KOSSE POST OFFICE 107 W. Adams St., Kosse, TX 76653, (254) 375-2620
KOSSE EDC Regular meetings are open to the public and are held at 6 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the City Office.
MAYOR BROOKS VALLS
EDC DIRECTOR - HENRY KELLY
MAYOR PRO TEM RONNIE FUNDERBURK
ASST. DIRECTOR - RANDY HUNTER
CITY COUNCILMEMBER KENDALL FUNDERBURK CITY COUNCILMEMBER TODD FREEMAN CITY COUNCILMEMBER CULLEN FREEMAN CITY COUNCILMEMBER KELLI ENO
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ATTRACTIONS/RENTALS KOSSE COMMUNITY CENTER www.kossecc.org 200 Adams P.O. Box 116, Kosse, TX 76653 Center: (254) 375-2301, Rentals/Info: (254) 375-2212 INDIVIDUAL & FAMILY RENTALS: 1/2 Day - $200 (4 hours) + $50 for each additional hour + $200 Deposit Full Day - $330 + $200 Deposit Monday –Thursday evening meeting rental (4 hrs) - $75 + $200 Deposit DJ Booth Rental – Add $30 COMMERCIAL RENTALS: Per Day - $600 + $200 Deposit Weekly (Monday thru Friday) - $2,700 + $400 Deposit DJ Booth Rental – Add $30/day LOCAL NON-PROFIT RENTALS Mon - Thurs 1/2 Day - $60 (4 hours) + $10 for each additional hour +$200 Deposit Fri - Sun - $90 (4 hours) + $10 for each additional hour +$200 Deposit
THE HEARNE-GIDDEN-HUNTER HOUSE PROJECT OldHouseKosse.org P. O. Box 51 • Kosse, TX 76653, (254) 275-1046 Prior to 1873, Mr. R. Hearne, a successful local cotton farmer, purchased approximately 23 acres of land from the Ruben Flippins survey of Kosse, Texas. He initially built a two-story, four-room house in the saltbox style on the property in 1873. In 1893, Mr. Hearne hired Anderson Johnson, a well-known builder from Waco, and “Victorianized” the
home in the styles of Queen Anne & Gothic Revival, completing it in The Advantage of an Independent 1894, more than doubling the original size of the home… read more at Agency WorkingThefor You! www.oldhousekosse.org Hearne-Gidden-Hunter House Project is a project of the Kosse Heritage Society (KHS), a tax-exempt 501(c)(3)
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KOSSE HERITAGE SOCIETY The Kosse Heritage Society is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that is working to preserve Kosse’s past and present for the future. Headquartered in the Kosse Heritage House, a wonderful old home that was donated for that purpose, we collect and display photos, old newspapers, and memorabilia so others can enjoy the discovery of generations past. Memberships begin at only $25.00/yr. For more info call (254) 275-1046 or by mail at P.O. Box 51, Kosse, TX 76653.
KOSSE HERITAGE BED & BATH - “OLD TIME LIVING” 300 S Mignonette St, Kosse, TX 76653, (254) 275-1046 This old two-story home was built in the late 1800s, The Kosse Heritage Society owns and operates it. We are a non-profit organization. Inside this home is historical relics and photos of Kosse. Step back in time, it is like going to Grandma’s house. Roomy, a minute walk to restaurants, and other shops. Its decor is old fashioned, nothing fancy, no TV, no internet, window units/heat, gas heaters too. Clawfoot tub with shower. Sitting porch with swing. Roomy backyard. The space: Old wood floors, window ac/heat, some dearborn gas heaters. Clawfoot tub, one king bed, two twin beds, and a full bed. Dining room for six, parlor with couches, full kitchen, hallway museum, front porch, big backyard. The two-story home, the Kosse Heritage office, and sitting library are upstairs. Guest access: You may rent by room or the whole house through Airbnb. Whatever bedrooms you don’t select will be locked off. A handicap ramp is present. Nice neighborhood, near the highway. Walking distance to food and shops.
CITY OF THORNTON
Thornton is on Hwy. 14, 19 miles southwest of Mexia in southwestern Limestone County. Settlement at the site began in 1868. The Houston and Texas Central Railway ran a line from Hearne to Groesbeck through the area in 1870, and Cain Hogan settled on Steele Creek just west of the present townsite. The community became a stop on the railroad and was named for John E. Thornton, another early settler. In 1873 a Thornton post office opened with William L. Wright as postmaster. Soon cotton gins were set up nearby, and ceramics were manufactured from the fine, white clay found in that locality. Agriculture was the mainstay of the area. The 2026 population is estimated at around 430 residents.
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THORNTON CITY HALL www.cityofthorntontx.com 708A Hwy. 14, Thornton, TX 76687 (254) 380-1139/ Fax: (254) 380-1140 CITY MAYOR PAUL MILLER CITY SECRETARY STACY IRWIN CITY ADMINISTRATOR VICTORIA WINSTEAD (254) 380-1139 cityofthorntontx@gmail.com
THORNTON CITY COUNCIL MAYOR, PAUL MILLER ALDERMAN JR NOEL ALDERMAN PAM CAPPS ALDERMAN CARLA ROBISON ALDERMAN DEBBIE MASTERS ALDERMAN CHRIS HENDERSON
CITY ATTORNEY BRIAN GIBSON (254) 732-1937/ (254) 732-1965
ATTRACTIONS/RENTALS MARY HELEN NANCE COMMUNITY CENTER 301 E. Eighth St. Thornton, Texas 76687 (254) 380-1139 RENTAL RATES: (Based on (8) hours rental) Entire Center $800 Big Side $600 Dining Room and Kitchen $400 Meeting Room $200 Refundable Deposit: $400 (Deposit will be returned if all rental agreements have been followed.) Mary Helen Nance Community Center is a multipurpose facility that exists to enrich community needs. The center serves families in our communities and continues to be a strong foundation as part of extended services. It is available to host special gatherings such as private functions, birthday parties, showers, weddings, family reunions, and meetings. Rental forms and payment must be received in the Thornton City Office 10 days prior to the rental date. If alcohol is present and security is required, forms and payment must be received at least 14 days prior to the scheduled event.
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES THORNTON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT CHIEF PAUL MILLER (254) 385-6624
THORNTON POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICE CHIEF JUSTON PRICHARD (254) 380-1042
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BUSINESS
THORNTON POST OFFICE 1008 S. Marshall St, Thornton, TX 76687
THORNTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1900 N. Tyler St. Thornton, TX 76687 (254) 747-0655 thorntonchamber@yahoo.com
FREESTONE COUNTY
Population now over 20,000, Freestone County was created in 1850 when it separated from Limestone County. It was named after the indigenous stones found in the area. Fairfield is the county seat and was originally called Mound Prairie. The county has 885.2 square miles and includes the towns of Fairfield, Teague, Kirvin, Wortham, Streetman, Dew and Donie.
FREESTONE COURTHOUSE (903) 389-3335
118 E. Commerce, Fairfield, TX 75840
FREESTONE COUNTY JUDGE LLOYD LANE 118 E. Commerce, Rm. 205 Fairfield, TX 75840, 903-389-3335
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY COMMISSIONER PCT. 1 ANDY BONNER P.O. Box 1087, Fairfield, TX 75840 (903) 389-3709 COUNTY COMMISSIONER PCT. 2 WILL MCSWANE 109 CR 741, Teague, TX 75860 (254) 739-3444 COUNTY COMMISSIONER PCT. 3 RICHARD MCGOWAN 118 E. Commerce, Room #205 (903) 879-6138 COUNTY COMMISSIONER PCT. 4 CLYDE RIDGE JR. PO Box 533, Wortham, TX 76693 (254) 765-3888 COUNTY/DISTRICT ATTORNEY BRIAN EVANS 110 S. Keechi, Fairfield, TX 75840 (903) 389-3977
COUNTY CLERK RENEE GREGORY 103 E. Main, Fairfield, TX 75840 (903) 389-2635
COUNTY TREASURER MANDY CHAVERS 118 E. Commerce, Room 102 Fairfield, TX 75840 (903) 389-2180
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22 • BI-STONE CONNECTIONS 2026-27 COUNTY AUDITOR
PCT. 3 JUDGE CINNAMON ARCHIBALD 440 E. Main, Ste. 3, Fairfield, TX 75840
KELSEY ATKINSON 118 E. Commerce, Rm. 209
(903) 389-3137/ Fax: (903) 389-9409
Fairfield, TX 75840
PCT. 4 JUDGE LISA HENDRIX
(903) 389-3535
PO Box 1255, Fairfield, TX 75860 (903) 389-0420/ Fax: (254) 739-0939
COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR DAN RALSTIN
CITY OF FAIRFIELD
112 E Main St, Fairfield, TX 75840
The City of Fairfield is at the junction of U.S. 84, Interstate 45, and Texas
(903) 389-2336
75. Originally called Mound Prairie, Fairfield was chosen for the county seat in 1850 when Freestone County separated from Limestone County.
CONSTABLES
The original townsite was 100 acres and donated by David Hall Love.
PCT. 1 CONSTABLE BUCK BONNER
By 1884 the town had a population of 500 with two hotels, four general
440 E. Main, Fairfield, Texas 75840
stores and five grocery stores and served as a shipping point for cotton
(903) 389-8783
and hides. By 1892 the town had a bank and well as Baptist, Methodist
PCT 2 CONSTABLE JAKE FITCH
and Cumberland Presbyterian churches.
800 Main St., Teague, TX 75860
The community experienced a series of reverses around 1900. A
(254) 739-2518
meningitis outbreak killed 32 people in 1890, a tornado heavily damaged
PCT 3 CONSTABLE - LJ MCADAMS
the central area of town in 1902, the boll weevil scourge destroyed the
440 E Main, Fairfield, TX 75840
cotton crop in 1903 and fire ravaged part of the business district in 1911.
903-389-0430
Fairfield now boasts a population of roughly 3,700 residents.
PCT 4 CONSTABLE KEN SESSIONS 800 M. St., Teague, TX 75860 (254)739-2518
www.fairfieldtexas.com
CITY ADMINISTRATOR DOUG KEY
COUNTY SHERIFF
CITY SECRETARY
JEREMY SHIPLEY 103 S. Keechi, Fairfield, TX 75840 sheriffshipley@co.freestone.tx.us (903) 389-3236
MISTY RICHARDSON (903) 389-2633
FAIRFIELD MAYOR BOBBY NICHOLS (903) 389-2633
JUSTICES OF THE PEACE PCT. 1 JUDGE JOHN K. THORNE
527 E. Commerce St, Fairfield, TX 75840
440 E. Main, Ste. 1, Fairfield, TX 75840
FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL
(903) 389-8783/ Fax: (903) 389-2465
BILL FREEMAN, PLACE 1
PCT. 2 JUDGE JAMES LAWRENCE
KENNY HUGHES, PLACE 2
PO Box 218, Teague, TX 75860
RICK EDGETT, PLACE 3
(254) 739-2518/ Fax: (254) 739-0939
JOSH BAYLESS, PLACE 4 ANGELA OGLESBEE, PLACE 5 (MAYOR PRO TEM)
Mexia Countryside
Veterinary Clinic
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CAFE
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MUNICIPAL COURT ADMINISTRATOR: DONNA BULGER (903) 389-2983
FAIRFIELD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE: GEORGE ROBINSON
DAVID FOWLER PRESIDENT
527 E. Commerce St., Fairfield, TX 75840
(903)-389-7059, president@fairfieldtx.com 101 S. Mount St, Fairfield, TX 75840
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR JAMES JONES
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - GRACE WATHEN
(903) 389-2633, james.jones@fairfieldtexas.net
EDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
527 E. Commerce St., Fairfield TX 75840
JUSTIN TURNER – CHAIRMAN
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES
DANNY WREN – VICE CHAIRMAN
POLICE CHIEF ALBERT GALLEGOS, JR.
DON MCLEOD
FAIRFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT
WARREN DAVIS – SECRETARY/TREASURER TERESA DUKE
(903) 389-3901
BOBBY NICHOLS
527 E. Commerce St., Fairfield, TX 75840
ELI PRATT
FAIRFIELD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
EDUCATION
ANTHONY ROBERS chief@fairfieldfirerescue.org (903) 915-4402, 221 S. Keechi, Fairfield, TX 75840
FAIRFIELD ISD ADMINISTRATION OFFICE SUPERINTENDENT JOE CRAIG joe.craig@fairfieldisd.org
EMERGENCY ROOM FREESTONE MEDICAL CENTER www.freestonemc.com, (903) 389-2121
(903) 389-2532 615 Post Oak Road, Fairfield, TX 75840
125 Newman Street, Fairfield, TX 75840
FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
BUSINESS
PRINCIPAL SONYA GIBSON
(903) 389-3430
631 Post Oak Road, Fairfield, TX 75840
FAIRFIELD POST OFFICE 320 E. Commerce Street, Fairfield, TX 75840
MARY MOODY NORTHEN LIBRARY/FAIRFIELD LIBRARY LIBRARY DIRECTOR GARY WIGGINS
sonya.gibson@fairfieldisd.org (903) 389-4177
FAIRFIELD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL COLETON COX coleton.cox@fairfieldisd.org
www.fairfieldtxlibrary.org
(903) 389-4210
(903) 389-3574
701 Post Oak Road, Fairfield, TX 75840
350 W. Main Street, Fairfield, TX 75840
FAIRFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR BRENDA PATE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT EMILY MCGOWAN chamber@fairfieldtx.com, (903) 389-5792
FAIRFIELD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL SHETONIA SCIRES shetonia.scires@fairfieldisd.org (903) 389-7095 605 N. Fairway, Fairfield, TX 75840
900 W. Commerce Street, Fairfield, TX 75840
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24 • BI-STONE CONNECTIONS 2026-27 FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL KELLY WALTERS kelly.walters@fairfieldisd.org
BUSINESS
TEAGUE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(903) 389-2148
PRESIDENT DENISE COOPER
330 W. Main Street, Fairfield, TX 75840
316 Main St, Teague, TX 75860, (254) 722-7830 coc.teaguetx@gmail.com
FAIRFIELD ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES KEVIN BENEDICT-PRESIDENT JOHN FRYER-VICE PRESIDENT KIM WHITAKER-SECRETARY ERIC CHAVERS ASHLEE DANIEL JEFF WRIGHT PENNY MEREDITH Board meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
TEAGUE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT www.edcteaguetx.com edc.director@edcteaguetx.com (254) 739-5544, 411 Main St, Teague, TX 75860
EDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS STEPHANIE BURNS, PRESIDENT MIKE REID, VICE PRESIDENT JERRY BALLEW, SECRETARY/TREASURER
CITY OF TEAGUE
Originally called Brewer, the City of Teague was first settled around the Civil War era. The small-town population exploded in 1906 after the Trinity and Brazos Valley Railway was built, the same year Brewer was renamed Teague – after Betty Teague, niece of a railroad magnate.
MIKE MCNEIL, DIRECTOR ANDREW LACKEY, DIRECTOR
TEAGUE POST OFFICE (254) 739-2101, 320 Main Street, Teague, TX 75860
www.cityofteaguetx.com
TEAGUE PUBLIC LIBRARY
CITY SECRETARY
www.teaguelibrary.org, (254) 739-3311
HEAD LIBRARIAN MELISSA SATTERWHITE
GAY PRANGER
librarian@cityofteaguetx.com
MAYOR
EDUCATION
TIMOTHY CAMPBELL 105 S. 4th, Teague, TX 75860, (254) 739-2547
ALDERMAN RON RASBEARY, PLACE 1 JERRY BALLEW, PLACE 2, MAYOR PRO TEM JUSTIN JOHNSON, PLACE 3 BRIDGET GAUNTT, PLACE 4 RHONDA JONES, PLACE 5
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR JACOB COWLING (254) 739-5327 jacobcowling@cityofteaguetx.com
400 Main Street, Teague, TX 75860
TEAGUE ISD ADMINISTRATION OFFICE SUPERINTENDENT CHRIS SKINNER www.teagueisd.org (254) 739-1300, 420 N 10th Ave, Teague, TX 75840
TEAGUE HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL VIRGINIA “GINGER” SELF vself@teagueisd.org (254) 739-1500, 420 Loop 255, Teague, TX 75860
TEAGUE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL VIRGINIA “GINGER” SELF
(254) 739-2574 ext 110 (after hours)
vself@teagueisd.org
HEALTH & EMERGENCIES
TEAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DEWAYNE PHILPOTT
crystal.adams@teagueisd.org
TEAGUE POLICE CHIEF
315 Main St., Teague, TX 75860, (254) 739-2553 policechief@cityofteaguetx.com
TEAGUE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT CHIEF BRYAN TEER (254) 739-3335, 400 Cedar St, Teague, TX 75860
(254) 739-1450, 420 Loop 255, Teague, TX 75860
PRINCIPAL CRYSTAL ADAMS (254) 739-1350, 400 N. 10th Street, Teague, TX 75860
TEAGUE LION ACADEMY PRINCIPAL VIRGINIA “GINGER” SELF vself@teagueisd.org (254) 739-1440, 420 Loop 255, Teague, TX 75860
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TEAGUE ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES JEFF GONZALES - PRESIDENT DEBRA LAWRENCE - VICE PRESIDENT LOVIE WHYTE - SECRETARY BRIAN BOWERS JASON HULLUM VICKI DIMICELI
LIMESTONE FARMERS MARKET Thursdays, 4:00-6:30 p.m. at the Groesbeck Parkette, 302 W. Navasota. The Limestone Farmers Market serves Limestone County and its surrounding communities to support a local economy by providing a
JUSTIN LEE
gathering place to promote ethical and sustainable farming, to provide
REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS
creative community. For vendor applications and information, please
HUGHES CITY PARK
clean local produce and products, and to cultivate a productive and email limestonetxfm@gmail.com
On the corner of South Bonham and Tyler in Mexia, across from Parkview Regional Hospital (254) 562-4110 Features baseball fields, volleyball courts, basketball courts, picnic tables with grills, a playground, a pavilion, and a rodeo arena.
CONFEDERATE REUNION GROUNDS STATE HISTORICAL PARK
GROESBECK CITY PARK Located off Hwy 164 The City of Groesbeck is well-known for its beautiful and well-maintained City Park System. The City is fortunate to have received several grants from Parks and Wildlife and some from our federal representatives to upgrade our existing park infrastructure. These upgrades include a
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new Little League baseball and softball complex for children and adults
c/o Fort Parker State Park
of all ages, a new 1.3-mile walk and bike fitness trail, state-of-the-art
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playground equipment, outdoor basketball court, a covered pavilion,
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sand volleyball courts, and even a public swimming pool that is open to
The park entrance is 6 miles south of Mexia on Hwy. 14, then 2.5 miles
the public in the summer months. All of these parks are great places for
west on FM 2705. Confederate reunions were held at this site from 1889-
kids and adults and are perfect places to host parties and reunions. Look
1946. Attractions include historic buildings such as the 1872 Heritage
at our calendar of events listed on this website for a listing of upcoming
House, an 1893 dance pavilion, as well as a Civil War, Vintage Old Val
events in the City Parks that you might be interested in or want to attend.
Verde cannon, two scenic footbridges that span Jack’s Creek, a hiking trail, fishing, and boating/canoeing.
MEXIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS MUSEUM
GROESBECK CITY POOL For Pool Party Reservations or other questions please call the Pool Manager at (254) 645-0258
616 N. Red River
The City of Groesbeck operates a public pool located in the City Park at
opens 10 a.m. - noon the first Saturday of the month or by
1027 Park Avenue in Groesbeck. The pool was built in 1924 and is still
appointment via Ron Capehart at r.capehart@hotmail.com or
in great working order despite its age. The City is proud that it has been
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able to preserve this facility up to the present time. The pool is listed
There is no charge for admission but donations are welcome. The
as the second oldest operating facility in the great State of Texas. The
Mexia Public Schools Museum officially opened on April 25, 1998, to
pool provides swimming during the summer months to the general public
serve as a depository of the Mexia Public Schools and Dunbar High
and is safely secured and controlled by certified lifeguards on duty at
School traditions and history. Beginning with a few cartons of assorted
all times. The pool also offers opportunities for parties, water aerobic
memorabilia, the collection has grown to include thousands of artifacts,
classes, and many other activities.
photos, documents, and pieces of school lore.
LIMESTONE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM https://www.limestone-county-historical-museum.com/ 210 W. Navasota Groesbeck, TX 76642 (254) 339-4275 Open Saturdays, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. The Limestone County Historical Museum houses many interesting exhibits that document the history of Limestone County. On display are photographs and various other artifacts that provide information on Native Americans, early settlers, Fort Parker, communities and schools, the railroad, agriculture, military involvement, the Mexia Oil Boom, and notable personalities. Admission is free, but donations are always appreciated.
JACK & EULETA HAWKINS PARK Corner of Brazos & Waco Streets in Groesbeck Jack & Euleta Hawkins Park offers a walking track around the park, picnic tables, a large gazebo, BBQ pits, and benches. The Gazebo may be reserved at no charge by calling (254) 729-3293.
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LAKE LIMESTONE
866 Park Road 35
Located on the Navasota River, 15 miles southeast of Groesbeck,
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on FM 3371 in Leon, Robertson and Limestone counties
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Lake Limestone is a 13,680-acre lake near Thornton created in 1978.
Location: 5 miles south of Mexia on Hwy. 14.
Lake Limestone has extensive recreational facilities including fishing,
Reconstructed Parker Family Fort, typical of the early 19th century. Home
motor boating, jet skiing, and swimming. Gently sloping banks flooded
where Cynthia Ann Parker was captured. Raised by the Comanches,
timber and an abundance and variety of aquatic vegetation offer anglers
she became the mother of Quanah Parker the last great Comanche
plenty of diverse covers to fish. Numerous boathouses and docks offer
chief. Visitors can explore cabins, climb the blockhouse, and recapture
additional cover. Predominant fish include largemouth bass, white
the atmosphere of that fateful spring day in 1836. Year-round activities
bass, crappie, and channel, blue, and flathead catfish. Lake Limestone
include a Spring Trail Ride, Fort Fest Concert, Spring Rendezvous,
Campgrounds and Marina is located off FM 39 near Farrar.
A Summer’s Night Banquet, Fall Trail Ride, Holiday at the Fort, and Thanksgiving Day Ride. The park’s regular operating hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
FORT PARKER STATE PARK
FREESTONE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM 302 E. Main St., Fairfield Phone: (903) 389-3738 Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday The Freestone County Historical Museum was established in 1967.
The park is located 7 miles south of Mexia.
Documents, manuscripts, and artifacts were gathered throughout
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the county to place on display in the two-story brick 1880s jail. The
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Carter and Potter-Watson log houses were donated and moved into
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the complex during the next year, and state Historical markers were
Fort Parker offers 25 campsites with water, electricity, and restrooms
obtained for the three buildings. Over the years the board has been able
with showers, 10 screened shelters, an activity center, a playground, a
to acquire additional land and buildings such as an Antique Telephone
group pavilion, a learning center, swimming, fishing, bird watching, hiking,
Building, given by Contel in 1991 (the phone collection has been moved
biking, canoeing, boat tours, boat ramp, nature study, and baseball/
into the Bass Wing), and the Bethel Assembly of God Church, which
softball.
was moved onto the museum grounds and restored by the founder’s
LAKE MEXIA Location: On the Navasota River, 7 miles west of the city of Mexia off U.S. 84. Features a 1,400-acre lake, 11 campsites with water and electricity, a
family. The most recent building is the Neil and Barbara Bass Wing, which houses a gallery of historic artifacts, a genealogy/research workroom, and an artifact storage room.
B-RI RAILROAD MUSEUM
trailer dump station, restrooms with showers, a picnic area, a boat ramp,
208 S 3rd Ave, Teague, TX 75860
boat trailer parking, and concessions.
(254) 359-4100 brirailroadmuseum@gmail.com The B-RI Railroad Museum in Teague is open on Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children 12 and under. Special tours are available during weekdays for groups if you call
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in advance to arrange. The B-RI Railroad Museum includes two floors of artifacts, old photos, and original depot furnishings from 1906. The second floor features a Veterans room, Early Teague Business room, Civic and Church room, Schoolroom, and more. Be sure to check out the Philpot Log Cabin from 1860, the Seagraves vintage fire truck, a real caboose that you can walk through, and Big Mike, the steam locomotive.
FAIRFIELD FREE CITY DISC GOLF COURSE Historic W. L. Moody Reunion Fairgrounds 839 E. Highway 84 (East Commerce) Fairfield, TX 75840 www.facebook.com/FairfieldDGA The Fairfield Disc Golf Association has recently broken ground on a new Disc Golf Course at the Historic W. L. Moody Reunion Fairgrounds, giving area residents a chance to throw their frisbee discs for 18 “holes” of action.
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TEAGUE FARMERS MARKET Downtown Teague teaguefarmersmarket@gmail.com The Teague Farmers Market, owned by Steve and Heather Idlett, hosts “Sunday Fun Day” market days for local Teague vendors to sell their goods to area residents. Market days are scheduled for the final Sunday
FREESTONE COUNTY RACEWAY (FREESTONE MX)
of each month in downtown Teague between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. For
Location: 470 County Road 995, Wortham (located on the historic
more information on how to reserve a vendor spot, message Teague
1,150-acre Miller Ranch)
Farmers Market on Facebook or email teaguefarmersmarket@gmail.com.
(832) 491-7555
FAIRFIELD MARKET DAYS
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Hours are: Friday, noon to 6 p.m. during vendor set-up; Saturday, 9 a.m.
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to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission and parking are free and
Night Series, AHRMA Vintage Nationals, and Loretta Lynn Amateur
the event is sponsored by the city of Fairfield.
National Qualifiers.
Fairfield Market Days are held from January through December on the fourth weekend of the month. The market features unique vendors selling art, antiques, crafts, and fresh produce. Indoor/outdoor shopping, fascinating demonstrations, children’s activities, and delicious food.
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