Colbert, OK
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About Colbert
- • Blues guitarist Jesse Ed Davis, known for his session work, was born in Colbert.
- • The Colbert Fall Festival, a popular community celebration, originated here.
- • The Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway (Katy) established Colbert as a key stop.
- • Local legend claims a buried treasure lies hidden near Colbert's old cemetery.
- • The Red River floods significantly impacted Colbert throughout its history.
- • It's named for Benjamin Colbert, a Chickasaw leader; established around 1872.
- • Home to around 1,100 residents, it's smaller than many Oklahoma towns.
- • Sitting at 640 feet, it offers slightly elevated views of the surrounding plains.
- • Agriculture, particularly cattle ranching and farming, remains vital to the economy.
- • A quiet, friendly atmosphere permeates the town, evoking a sense of peacefulness.
- • The Dallas Cowboys, a few hours south, hold five Super Bowl titles.
- • Colbert High School boasts a strong history in Oklahoma high school football.