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Shiner, Texas
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Shiner City Hall
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"Cleanest Little City in Texas"
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Location of Shiner, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Lavaca |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.48 sq mi (6.41 km2) |
| • Land | 2.47 sq mi (6.39 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,127 |
| • Density | 876.01/sq mi (338.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77984
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| Area code(s) | 361 |
| FIPS code | 48-67640 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1347067 |
| Website | ShinerTexas.gov |
Shiner is a small city in Lavaca County, Texas, United States. It was named after Henry B. Shiner. He gave 250 acres (about 1 square kilometer) of land for a railroad to be built.
In 2020, about 2,127 people lived in Shiner. Many of the first people to settle here came from Germany and the Czech Republic.
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History of Shiner, Texas
How Shiner Began
The story of Shiner began in 1885. A post office called Half Moon opened at a trading spot. This was close to where Shiner is today.
In 1887, a man named Henry B. Shiner helped the area grow. He donated a large piece of land for a new railroad. This railroad, the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway, went through his land instead of Half Moon.
The town quickly grew around this new train line. At first, people called the town "New Half Moon." But in 1888, the name was changed to Shiner. The town officially became a city in 1890.
Culture and Community
Many families from Germany and the Czech Republic moved to Shiner. They became the main groups of people living there. This created a strong Czech community. Their culture still plays a big part in the town today.
Ranching, which is raising cattle, was also very important in the town's early days.
Famous Local Businesses
Shiner is home to the Spoetzl Brewery. This is the oldest independent brewery in all of Texas. A brewery is a place where beer is made. They are famous for making Shiner Bock, a type of dark beer. You can find Shiner Bock in all 50 states!
Another important company in Shiner is Kaspar Companies. It is one of the oldest businesses in America that has been running continuously. Kaspar Companies owns several other businesses. These include Ranch Hand Truck Accessories and Texas Precious Metals.
Geography of Shiner
Shiner is a small city in Texas. Most of its area is land. Only a tiny part is covered by water. The city covers about 2.4 square miles (6.4 square kilometers).
Population and People
Shiner's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Shiner has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 340 | — | |
| 1900 | 845 | 148.5% | |
| 1910 | 1,096 | 29.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,300 | 18.6% | |
| 1930 | 1,372 | 5.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,520 | 10.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,778 | 17.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,945 | 9.4% | |
| 1970 | 2,102 | 8.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,213 | 5.3% | |
| 1990 | 2,074 | −6.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,070 | −0.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,069 | 0.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,127 | 2.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, the city had 2,127 residents. There were 798 households and 589 families living there.
Education in Shiner
Students in Shiner attend schools run by the Shiner Independent School District. The high school is Shiner High School. Their sports teams are called the Comanches.
There is also a private school system called Shiner Catholic School. It includes St. Paul High School and St. Ludmila Elementary School.
Climate and Weather
Shiner, Texas, has a warm climate. Summers are hot, and winters are mild. It gets a good amount of rain throughout the year.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 63.0 (17.2) |
67.0 (19.4) |
74.0 (23.3) |
80.0 (26.7) |
86.0 (30.0) |
92.0 (33.3) |
95.0 (35.0) |
96.0 (35.6) |
91.0 (32.8) |
83.0 (28.3) |
73.0 (22.8) |
65.0 (18.3) |
80.4 (26.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 40.0 (4.4) |
44.0 (6.7) |
51.0 (10.6) |
58.0 (14.4) |
66.0 (18.9) |
71.0 (21.7) |
73.0 (22.8) |
72.0 (22.2) |
68.0 (20.0) |
59.0 (15.0) |
50.0 (10.0) |
43.0 (6.1) |
57.9 (14.4) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.7 (69) |
2.0 (51) |
2.8 (71) |
3.5 (89) |
4.4 (110) |
4.0 (100) |
2.8 (71) |
3.6 (91) |
3.9 (99) |
4.3 (110) |
3.0 (76) |
2.5 (64) |
39.5 (1,001) |
| Average precipitation days | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 60 |
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Local News
Shiner has its own weekly newspaper. It is called The Shiner Gazette. It has been publishing news since 1892.
Famous People from Shiner
Many talented people have come from Shiner, Texas. Here are a few who played professional baseball:
- Jeremy Fikac (2001–2004), a pitcher for teams like the San Diego Padres
- Logan Ondrusek (2010– ), a pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds
- Vic Roznovsky (1964–1969), a catcher for teams like the Chicago Cubs
- Carroll Sembera (1965–1970), a pitcher for the Houston Astros
- Ross Youngs (1917–1926), a baseball player for the New York Giants and a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame
Images for kids
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Shiner City Hall
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Location of Shiner, Texas
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Shiner in Lavaca County
See also
In Spanish: Shiner (Texas) para niños
