Winnie, Texas facts for kids
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Winnie, Texas
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Location of Winnie, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Chambers |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km2) |
| • Land | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,162 |
| • Density | 813.5/sq mi (315.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77665
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| Area code(s) | 409 |
| FIPS code | 48-79792 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1350424 |
Winnie is a small community in Chambers County, Texas, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area defined for collecting census information. In 2020, about 3,162 people lived in Winnie.
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Winnie's Story: How It Began
Winnie was officially planned in 1895 by officials from the Gulf and Inter-state Railway. The town was named after Fox Winnie, a contractor who worked on the railroad line.
A company called the Winnie and Loan Improvement Company tried to sell small pieces of land. However, they didn't sell many, so the company closed in 1911.
In 1941, an oilfield was found nearby. This discovery helped the area grow. An oil businessman named Glenn H. McCarthy built a gas plant just east of the town. This new development, along with the building of Interstate 10, helped Winnie's population increase. The East Chambers County Consolidated School District was started in 1931 to serve the community.
Where is Winnie Located?
Winnie is located in Texas at these coordinates: 29°49′8″N 94°23′0″W / 29.81889°N 94.38333°W. The United States Census Bureau says that Winnie covers about 4.0 square miles (10.3 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the community.
People Living in Winnie
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 3,162 people living in Winnie. These people lived in 926 households, and 598 of these were families.
Winnie's Population Over Time
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| 2020 | 3,162 | — | |
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Who Lives in Winnie?
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Winnie as of 2020.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,912 | 60.47% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 102 | 3.23% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 6 | 0.19% |
| Asian (NH) | 14 | 0.44% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 17 | 0.54% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 109 | 3.45% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,002 | 31.69% |
| Total | 3,162 |
Fun Things to Do in Winnie
Winnie hosts some exciting events and attractions throughout the year.
Texas Rice Festival
Winnie is home to the Texas Rice Festival (TRF). This festival happens every year during the first weekend of October. It celebrates the farmers of Southeast Texas. The TRF features live bands, singers, and a Beauty Pageant. The fun starts on the Wednesday before the first weekend with a cook-off festival.
Larry's Old Time Trade Days
On the first weekend of every month, Winnie has a large flea market called Larry's Old Time Trade Days. This market is a popular attraction for many people in Southeast Texas.
Winnie Cumulus Broadcasting Tower
Near Winnie, you can find the Winnie Cumulus Broadcasting Tower. This is a very tall TV mast, standing about 2,000 feet (609.6 meters) high. It is one of the tallest structures in the world!
Learning and Libraries
The East Chambers Independent School District provides education for students in Winnie. For reading and research, residents can visit the Juanita Hargraves Memorial Branch Library in Winnie. This library is part of the Chambers County Library System. After high school, students from the East Chambers ISD area can attend Lee College.
Getting Around Winnie
The Chambers County-Winnie Stowell Airport helps people travel to and from Winnie. It is a general aviation airport located in Chambers County, serving both Winnie and Stowell.
See also
In Spanish: Winnie (Texas) para niños
