McAdoo, Texas facts for kids
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McAdoo, Texas
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Small grain-handling facility in McAdoo
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 McAdoo, Texas
Location in Texas
McAdoo, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Dickens |
| Physiographic region | Llano Estacado |
| Founded | 1915 |
| Elevation | 2,982 ft (909 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 806 |
McAdoo is a small, unincorporated community located in the northwestern part of Dickens County, Texas, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. It's known for its history and its connection to wind energy.
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History of McAdoo
McAdoo got its name from William Gibbs McAdoo. He was a very important person who served as the United States Secretary of the Treasury, which is like the country's chief financial officer. He was also the son-in-law of U.S. President Woodrow Wilson.
Notable People from McAdoo
A famous Texas politician named Marshall Formby grew up in McAdoo. He was also a journalist (someone who writes for newspapers or news) and an attorney (a lawyer). Marshall Formby is buried in the McAdoo Cemetery.
Marshall Formby's nephew, Clint Formby, also grew up in McAdoo. Clint Formby became famous for having the longest-running radio broadcast by a single host in the United States. This means he hosted a radio show by himself for a very long time!
Education in McAdoo
The school in McAdoo used to be part of the McAdoo Independent School District. However, in 1985, the McAdoo school joined with the Spur Independent School District. This change meant that the McAdoo Independent School District officially closed on July 1, 1985.
Economy and Wind Energy
Wind Power Plant Near McAdoo
A company called Invenergy LLC built a large wind power plant close to McAdoo. This plant can produce 150 megawatts (MW) of electricity. To give you an idea, 150 MW is enough power for many homes!
The plant uses 100 large GE 1.5 MW wind turbines. These are tall structures with blades that spin in the wind to create electricity. The wind plant started working in late summer or early fall of 2008. This project has given a big economic boost to the area, helping many people who live there.
