HR286 - Recognizing February 26, 2025, as Young County Day at the State Capitol.

      H.R. No. 286       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, Proud residents of Young County are gathering in   Austin on February 26, 2025, to celebrate Young County Day at the   State Capitol; and          WHEREAS, Situated in the Cross Timbers and Prairies   ecological region of North Central Texas, Young County was created   by the Texas Legislature in 1856, five years after the United States   Army established Fort Belknap there; the county saw many conflicts   between Native Americans and Anglo settlers, and during the Civil   War, raids forced many settlers to abandon the area; in the 1870s,   the federal government redoubled its efforts to suppress Native   American tribes in the region, and by 1880, the population had risen   to more than 4,700 people; and          WHEREAS, In its early years, the county's economy was driven   by farming and ranching, with cotton, corn, and wheat being key   crops; the arrival of railroads eased immigration into the area and   connected it more directly with national markets, leading to a   population boom and a rise in new farms; while cotton remained   important to the region, the 1920s brought oil and gas exploration,   which became a significant part of life in the area; and          WHEREAS, Today, Young County is home to more than 18,000   people, and its economy benefits from the manufacturing, retail,   and oil and gas industries, among others; notable communities   include the county seat of Graham as well as Newcastle and Olney;   residents and visitors enjoy recreational opportunities afforded   by Lake Graham and Lake Eddleman, and outdoor enthusiasts are drawn   to the region for activities such as boating, fishing, and hunting;   the county also hosts a number of annual events, among them the Food   Truck Championship of Texas and Crawfish and Cannons, and other   attractions include the grounds of Fort Belknap and the Graham   Drive-In Theatre, which is one of only a handful of outdoor movie   theaters still operating in the state; and          WHEREAS, The people of Young County take great pride in their   rich history as they work together to build an even brighter future,   and it is indeed fitting to honor them for their unique   contributions to the growth and prosperity of the Lone Star State;   now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as Young County Day   at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting   delegation.     Spiller     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 286 was adopted by the House on March   13, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House