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Cheek, Texas
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 Cheek, Texas
Location in Texas
Cheek, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Jefferson |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 409 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1354336 |
Cheek is a small community located southwest of Beaumont in central Jefferson County, Texas, United States. It is not an official city, but it is a recognized place where people live. John R. Cheek started this community in 1906. Today, about 550 people live in Cheek, and the area is part of the larger Beaumont city's area.
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Where is Cheek?
Cheek is located in Jefferson County. It is part of a larger area known as Precinct 4. This precinct is divided into different zones. The community of Cheek covers parts of Zone 1 and Zone 2 within Precinct 4.
A Look Back: The History of Cheek
Cheek began because of a railroad! In the late 1800s, a company called The Gulf & Interstate Railway wanted to build a train line. This line would help farmers send their crops to market. Before the railway, farmers had to take their goods by boat to Galveston. The railway was finished to Beaumont by 1897.
In 1906, John R. Cheek created a stop for this railway. This stop helped farmers and travelers between Beaumont and Winnie. Many people in the area were rice farmers. They used a special canal from the Beaumont Irrigating Company to water their farms.
The Cheek Common School District was started in 1907. A new school building was even built in 1939. By 1925, Cheek had about 40 people living there. The local post office closed in 1928. Later, in the 1970s, large factories like Goodyear and Gulfco were built nearby.
Places of Worship
Cheek has been home to different churches over the years. New Bethel Baptist Church started in 1957. St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church began in 1962. Both of these churches are still active today. They offer regular services and host special events for the community.
Learning in Cheek
Cheek Elementary School was once a very important part of the community. It was supported by the local people in the 1940s and served as a community center. Later, Cheek School became part of the South Park School District in Beaumont. The original Cheek School no longer exists.
Today, students in Cheek attend different school districts:
- Hardin-Jefferson Independent School District serves students in the west and northwest parts of Cheek.
- Hamshire-Fannett Independent School District serves students in the south and southeast parts.
- Beaumont Independent School District serves students in the north and northeast parts.
Local Businesses
Cheek is rich in natural resources, with large rice fields and cattle farms. The community also has different types of businesses.
- Goodyear Plant
- Doug Nelson Café
- Monument Constructors
- Kidd Road Store
- Gulf Coast Machine & Supply
- Clark Pillow Co
- Texas Coastal Credit Union
Fun and Entertainment
Cheek often has exciting events on weekends for everyone to enjoy. Rodeos, Zydeco music events, and trail rides are some of the bigger gatherings. Sometimes, famous artists even come to join the celebrations.
Here are some local places for entertainment:
- Laday Rodeo Arena
- Bassett's Ranch
- Crenshaw Old Barn Orchard
- Clifton Steamboat Museum
