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Freestone County Area Guide

Welcome to the Freestone County Area Guide, your go-to resource for exploring the charm and opportunities of this East Central Texas gem! Covering 888 square miles, Freestone County offers a blend of rich history, natural beauty, and a welcoming community spirit, with Fairfield as its vibrant county seat. Whether you’re captivated by outdoor adventures at Fairfield Lake State Park, intrigued by the county’s agricultural heritage, or curious about its evolving economic landscape, this guide has it all.

Culture and Activities in Freestone County

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Freestone County Economy

Freestone County’s economy is a balanced mix of agriculture, energy, and manufacturing, reflecting its diverse industrial base. Agriculture remains a cornerstone, with the county ranking as the 20th-largest in Texas for poultry and egg sales, generating $40.36 million in 2017, alongside significant beef cattle production. The energy sector thrives with the Jewett Mine, supplying lignite to the Limestone Electric Generating Station, and the Freestone Energy Center, a natural gas-fired facility near Fairfield. Manufacturing is growing, particularly in Fairfield’s Industrial Park North, home to companies like Norwesco and Baker Hughes, with the upcoming Fairfield Industrial Park South set to expand opportunities. Despite a 9.5% unemployment rate in November 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the county’s strategic location and resources suggest potential for growth, though reliance on traditional industries raises questions about long-term diversification.

Location and Climate of Freestone County

Located in East Central Texas, Freestone County spans 888 square miles, bordered by Anderson, Leon, Limestone, Navarro, and Henderson counties, with Fairfield as its county seat, roughly 80 miles southeast of Dallas. The Trinity River provides drainage for most of the county, while the Navasota River handles a small southwestern portion, with elevations ranging from 600 to 900 feet. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers averaging 95°F in July and moderate winters with January lows around 37°F, supported by 40 inches of annual rainfall, peaking in spring and fall. October, April, and May are the most pleasant months, ideal for enjoying outdoor spots like Fairfield Lake, though July and August can be uncomfortably hot. The 263-day growing season supports agriculture, but climate change poses risks of increased drought and heatwaves.

Area Market Report

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Schools In The Area

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Dew School 903-389-2828 Public PK-8
Fairfield Intermediate School 903-389-7095 Public 3-5
Teague Jr High School 254-739-1450 Public 5-8
Teague High School 254-739-1500 Public 9-12
Dew School 903-389-2828 Public PK-8
Teague Elementary School 254-739-1350 Public PK-4
Wortham Elementary School 254-765-3523 Public PK-5
Teague Disciplinary Alternative Education Program 254-739-1444 Public KG-12
Fairfield Elementary School 903-389-2148 Public PK-2
Fairfield Intermediate School 903-389-7095 Public 3-5
Dew School 903-389-2828 Public PK-8
Teague Elementary School 254-739-1350 Public PK-4
Wortham Elementary School 254-765-3523 Public PK-5
Teague Jr High School 254-739-1450 Public 5-8
Wortham Middle School 254-765-3523 Public 6-8
Fairfield Jr High School 903-389-4210 Public 6-8
Teague Disciplinary Alternative Education Program 254-739-1444 Public KG-12
Fairfield Elementary School 903-389-2148 Public PK-2
Dew School 903-389-2828 Public PK-8
Teague Jr High School 254-739-1450 Public 5-8
Wortham Middle School 254-765-3523 Public 6-8
Fairfield Jr High School 903-389-4210 Public 6-8
Teague Disciplinary Alternative Education Program 254-739-1444 Public KG-12
Teague High School 254-739-1500 Public 9-12
Wortham High School 254-765-3094 Public 9-12
Fairfield High School 903-389-4177 Public 9-12
Teague Lion Academy 254-739-1444 Public 9-12
Teague Disciplinary Alternative Education Program 254-739-1444 Public KG-12

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