89R22300 JRI-D
By: Hagenbuch S.R. No. 443
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Jack County are gathering in
Austin on April 29, 2025, in celebration of Jack County Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Situated in the Cross Timbers and Prairies
ecological region of North Central Texas, this area was originally
inhabited by the Caddo and Comanche tribes; in 1856, the county was
created and named for William H. and Patrick C. Jack, who were
participants in the Texas Revolution; after federal troops withdrew
from the region during the Civil War, Indian raids caused the
population to decline; in response, the U.S. Army established Fort
Richardson in 1867 to protect pioneers, and it was active until
1878, when the threat of attacks had ultimately subsided; by 1880,
the population had grown to more than 6,600 people, over 10 times
what it had been a decade prior; and
WHEREAS, In its early years, the county's economy was driven
by farming and cattle ranching, with corn, grain, and cotton being
key crops; the arrival of the Chicago, Rock Island and Texas Railway
in 1898 brought additional growth to the area and connected it more
directly with outside markets; following the discovery of oil in
the 1920s, petroleum production became a significant part of life
in the region; and
WHEREAS, Today, Jack County is home to more than 8,800
people, and its economy benefits from the oil and gas, health care,
construction, and retail industries; notable communities include
the county seat of Jacksboro as well as Bryson, Perrin, and Jermyn;
residents and visitors alike enjoy recreational opportunities
afforded by Lakes Jacksboro and Bridgeport, and outdoor enthusiasts
are drawn to the region for activities such as fishing and hunting;
the county also hosts a number of annual events, among them the
Chili Fest and the Main Street Classic Car Show, and other
attractions include Fort Richardson State Park and the Jack County
Museum; and
WHEREAS, Honoring their heritage as they embrace the
opportunities of the future, the citizens of Jack County may take
great pride in the role their communities have played in the story
of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature
hereby recognize April 29, 2025, as Jack County Day at the State
Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation.