Happy, TX
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About Happy
- • Singer-songwriter Terry Allen, known for his country music, was born in Happy.
- • Happy is not known for originating any inventions or specific cultural movements.
- • The railroad's arrival in 1898 spurred growth, solidifying Happy's presence.
- • Local lore says a train once derailed, scattering oranges across the town.
- • A devastating fire in the early 20th century nearly destroyed Happy's business district.
- • Named for a brand of flour, Happy was established in 1898.
- • With roughly 650 residents, it's smaller than many high school graduating classes.
- • At 3,517 feet, Happy's elevation makes for breathtaking West Texas sunsets.
- • Agriculture, especially cotton farming, is a central part of Happy's economy.
- • A sense of quiet community and vast open spaces permeates Happy.
- • The Amarillo Sod Poodles, a Double-A baseball team, are the nearest pro sports.
- • Happy High School enjoys a heated rivalry with nearby Nazareth in various sports.
- • The town lies within the watershed of the Red River.
- • U.S. Highway 82 passes through the town of Happy.
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