Hillsboro, TX
Music connected to Hillsboro
About Hillsboro
- • Emmitt Smith, NFL Hall of Famer, was born in Pensacola, FL, but grew up in Hillsboro.
- • Some claim the 'Texas Burger,' a hearty burger style, originated in a Hillsboro diner.
- • Its location along the Interstate 35 corridor fueled growth and commerce for Hillsboro.
- • A local legend tells of a buried treasure hidden near the historic courthouse square.
- • The devastating 1993 tornado outbreak caused widespread destruction and lasting impact.
- • Named for Judge George Hill, the town was established and incorporated in 1853.
- • With about 8,700 people, the population is similar to a small college town.
- • Sitting at 676 feet, the elevation offers views of the surrounding rolling hills.
- • Agriculture and manufacturing are key sectors in the local economy.
- • A sense of small-town charm and friendly faces creates a welcoming atmosphere.
- • The Dallas Cowboys, located nearby, have won five Super Bowl championships.
- • Hillsboro High School's football team has a storied history with multiple district titles.
- • The area's geology is defined by Cretaceous-era limestone formations.
- • The Brazos River watershed influences the area's water resources.
- • The area was historically inhabited by various indigenous groups, including the Tonkawa.
- • In 1893, a devastating fire destroyed much of downtown Hillsboro.
- • The Hill County Courthouse, a Romanesque Revival structure, was completed in 1890.
- • U.S. Highway 77 passes through Hillsboro, connecting it to Waco and Dallas.