Waco, TX

About Waco

• • Jennifer Love Hewitt, actress, singer, and author, was born in Waco.
• • Dr Pepper was first served in 1885 at Waco's Old Corner Drug Store.
• • Its location on the Brazos River spurred trade and growth in the 19th century.
• • Cameron Park is one of the largest municipal parks in Texas, covering 416 acres.
• • The devastating 1953 tornado caused 114 deaths and immense destruction.
• • Named after the Huaco Indians, the city was incorporated in 1856.
• • With over 140,000 people, it's experiencing rapid growth, like much of Texas.
• • Sitting at 427 feet, the terrain is rolling, typical of Central Texas.
• • Healthcare, education, and manufacturing are key employment sectors.
• • Waco feels revitalized, a blend of Southern charm and modern energy.
• • Jennifer Love Hewitt, actress known for "I Know What You Did Last Summer", was born in Waco.
• • Dr Pepper was first served in 1885 at Wade Morrison's Old Corner Drug Store in Waco.
• • The Chisholm Trail, a major cattle drive route, helped Waco's economy boom.
• • A Waco suspension bridge was the longest single-span bridge when built in 1870.
• • The devastating 1953 tornado killed 114 people and reshaped Waco's downtown.
• • It's named for the Huaco Indians; Waco was incorporated in 1856.
• • With over 143,000 residents, it's smaller than Corpus Christi.
• • At 427 feet above sea level, Waco is noticeably hillier than Houston.
• • Healthcare and education are major employers in Waco, Texas.
• • Being in Waco feels like small-town charm meets modern revitalization.
• • The Dallas Mavericks, 100 miles away, won the NBA championship in 2011.
• • Baylor University's Robert Griffin III won the Heisman Trophy in 2011.

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