Hill County

Whitney, Texas – And the Bench Wars. Whitney, Texas, is named after Charles A. Whitney, the chief engineer of the Houston and Texas Central Railway. When the railroad was extended through Hill County in the late 19th century, the small town that emerged was named in his honor. The railroad played a vital role in…

Itasca, Texas – With A Beautifully Restored Train Depot. Itasca, Texas, received its name from Lake Itasca in Minnesota, at the head of the Mississippi River. The name is derived from the Latin phrase “veritas caput,” meaning “true head,” symbolizing the headwaters of the river. Early settlers were inspired by the grandeur of this northern…

Hubbard, Texas – A Small Texas Town with Big History. This small town, located in Hill County, was named after Richard B. Hubbard, the 16th Governor of Texas, who served from 1876 to 1879. Settlers began arriving in the area in the late 1800s, drawn by the promise of fertile land and opportunity. The town…