Spencer, WV
Music connected to Spencer
About Spencer
- • Musician Little Jimmy Dickens, a Grand Ole Opry star, was born in Spencer.
- • Roane County was founded here in 1856, named for Judge Spencer Roane.
- • Its location along the Northwestern Turnpike (now US 33) spurred early growth.
- • Legend says a gold deposit is hidden near the old Roane County courthouse.
- • The 1930s oil boom significantly impacted the local economy.
- • Named for Samuel Spencer, a railroad official, it was incorporated in 1858.
- • With roughly 2,000 residents, it's smaller than many West Virginia towns.
- • Sitting at 728 feet, its elevation is lower than many WV mountain towns.
- • Healthcare and government services are key employers for Spencer residents.
- • A charming, slow-paced atmosphere evokes a sense of nostalgia.
- • The Pittsburgh Steelers are the closest NFL team, a cultural touchstone.
- • Roane County High School's football team has a historic rivalry with Calhoun County.