Follett, TX

About Follett

• • Country singer, Johnny Duncan, known for hits like 'Sweet Country Woman,' was born in Follett.
• • Follett is not known to be the birthplace of any major invention or cultural movement.
• • The arrival of the railroad in the early 1900s established Follett as a shipping point.
• • Follett's claim to fame is as the 'blackest land in the Panhandle'.
• • The Dust Bowl of the 1930s severely impacted Follett's agricultural economy and population.
• • Named for a Santa Fe Railroad official, Follett was established in 1917.
• • With about 400 residents, the population is smaller than many high school graduating classes.
• • At 2,723 feet, Follett's elevation provides expansive Panhandle views.
• • Agriculture, particularly wheat and cattle, remains Follett's primary industry.
• • A quiet, peaceful atmosphere pervades, offering a respite from fast-paced city life.
• • The Amarillo Sod Poodles, a Double-A team, are the closest pro sports, known for their unique name.
• • Follett High School's football team has a strong history of competing in state championships.
• • The Beaver River flows near Follett, part of the North Canadian River watershed.

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