Rhome, TX

About Rhome

• • Country singer Neal McCoy attended Rhome High School before his musical success.
• • While not invented there, Rhome is known for its strong community support of local rodeos.
• • The Fort Worth and Denver Railway's expansion established Rhome as a vital shipping point.
• • A local legend speaks of a hidden treasure buried near the original Rhome depot site.
• • The devastating drought of the 1950s caused significant hardship for Rhome's farmers.
• • Named for landowner Byron Rhome, it was established around 1882 but never incorporated.
• • With roughly 1,700 residents, the population is growing steadily from nearby city expansion.
• • Sitting at 938 feet above sea level, the town enjoys a panoramic view of the surrounding plains.
• • Agriculture and ranching remain important, alongside commuters to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
• • A relaxed, rural atmosphere offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
• • The Dallas Cowboys, a short drive away, won five Super Bowls in the 1970s and 1990s.
• • Decatur High School, near Rhome, boasts multiple state championships in various sports.
• • The area's geology includes formations from the Pennsylvanian period.
• • The town lies within the Trinity River watershed.
• • White-tailed deer are commonly observed in the surrounding areas.
• • Texas State Highway 114 passes through the town.

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