Laverne, OK
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About Laverne
- • Musician Bob Dunn, a steel guitar innovator, was born in Laverne, Oklahoma.
- • The Laverne College was founded in 1909, though it closed in the 1920s.
- • The railroad's arrival in the early 1900s significantly boosted Laverne's growth.
- • Local lore says a time capsule is buried downtown, contents unknown to most residents.
- • The Dust Bowl era devastated Laverne, causing significant population decline.
- • It was named for Laverne Mitchell in 1907 and incorporated that same year.
- • With around 1,100 residents, Laverne is smaller than many Oklahoma towns.
- • Laverne sits at 2,326 feet, offering expansive prairie views.
- • Agriculture, particularly wheat farming and ranching, remains a core industry.
- • A quiet, peaceful atmosphere with strong community bonds defines Laverne.
- • The Oklahoma City Thunder are the nearest major pro team, winning the Western Conference in 2012.
- • Laverne High School's football team has a history of state playoff appearances.