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Mission, Texas

Located in Hidalgo County, Texas, Mission was established in 1824. Named for the La Lomita Mission, a historic chapel still standing. Known as the 'Home of the Grapefruit' for its citrus industry.
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Founded 1824 | Population 89,000 | Peak 89,000 (2024) | County Hidalgo County

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1824Founded Near Mission: Named for nearby La Lomita Mission.
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1910Citrus Farming: Irrigation transforms area into citrus groves.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Mission's identity and economy.
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2019Border Wall Debate: Proposed wall routes through Mission area.
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1824 Culture
Founded Near Mission
1910 Business
Citrus Farming
1942 Government
Military Presence
2019 Politics
Border Wall Debate

Did You Know?

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Named for the La Lomita Mission, a historic chapel still standing.
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Known as the 'Home of the Grapefruit' for its citrus industry.
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World Birding Center is located here — the Rio Grande Valley is a top birding destination.
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Mission is located in Hidalgo County, Texas.
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Mission was founded in 1824.
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