North Richland Hills, TX
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About North Richland Hills
- • Singer and actress Selena Gomez once called North Richland Hills home during her childhood.
- • Braum's Ice Cream, known for its dairy farms, began its retail journey near North Richland Hills.
- • The establishment of Carswell Air Force Base spurred growth, leading to its incorporation.
- • North Richland Hills is home to the world's only known pink dragonfly.
- • Rapid residential development in the 1950s and 60s transformed the area.
- • Named for its location north of Richland Creek, it was incorporated in 1953.
- • With over 70,000 residents, it's larger than many state capital cities.
- • Its elevation is about 673 feet above sea level, offering slight undulation.
- • Many residents work in professional, scientific, and technical service industries.
- • A feeling of comfortable suburban life with friendly neighborhoods permeates the area.
- • The Dallas Cowboys, a short drive away, won Super Bowl XXX in 1996.
- • Nearby, the Texas Rangers won their first World Series title in 2023.
- • The area's geology is defined by Cretaceous-era limestone formations.
- • The city sits within the Trinity River watershed.
- • White-tailed deer are a common sight in residential areas.
- • The area features a mix of Blackland Prairie and Cross Timbers ecosystems.
- • The area was historically inhabited by tribes including the Caddo and Wichita.