Hennessey, OK
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About Hennessey
- • Baseball player Arlie Latham, nicknamed "The Freshest Man on Earth", was born near Hennessey.
- • The Hennessey Clipper, a weekly newspaper, has served the community since 1889.
- • The Enid and Anadarko Railway's arrival in 1893 spurred the town's growth and economy.
- • Local legend claims a buried treasure lies hidden somewhere near the town cemetery.
- • A devastating fire in 1927 destroyed much of Hennessey's downtown business district.
- • It's named for Pat Hennessey, a murdered wagon scout, and incorporated in 1890.
- • With under 2,200 residents, it's smaller than many Oklahoma high school graduating classes.
- • At 1,069 feet, its elevation offers slightly thinner air than Oklahoma City.
- • Agriculture, particularly wheat farming, remains a cornerstone of the local economy.
- • Hennessey offers a peaceful, small-town feel with a strong sense of community.
- • The Oklahoma City Thunder are the closest NBA team, winning the Western Conference in 2012.
- • Hennessey High School's football team has won multiple state championships over the years.