Bovina, TX

About Bovina

• • Singer-songwriter Terry Allen, known for his eclectic style, was born in Bovina.
• • The unique "Panhandle Pop" art style finds some of its roots in Bovina's artistic spirit.
• • Railroad construction in the early 1900s spurred Bovina's initial growth as a shipping point.
• • Local legend speaks of a buried time capsule beneath the old water tower.
• • A devastating dust storm in the 1930s severely impacted Bovina's agricultural economy.
• • Named for cattle, the town was established in 1898 and later incorporated.
• • With about 360 residents, it's slightly bigger than nearby Friona, TX.
• • At 4,160 feet, the high altitude makes for cooler summers than other Texas towns.
• • Agriculture, particularly cotton and cattle farming, dominates Bovina's economy.
• • A quiet, reflective place where the vast Texas sky stretches out forever.
• • The Dallas Cowboys, approximately 350 miles away, represent the closest major pro team.
• • High school football rivalries with nearby Farwell are deeply ingrained in Bovina.
• • U.S. Route 60 passes through the town.

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