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DONNA, TEXAS

Hidalgo County, South Texas
Off US 83 and State 374
14 miles NE of McAllen

Population: 14,768

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History in a Pecan Shell

Donna by Mike Cox ("Texas Tales" column)

"Donna Hooks Fletcher had that wholesome Gibson girl look, which may explain part of her ability to get what she wanted...

T.J. Hooks ... purchased 23,000 acres in Hidalgo County in 1900. When his 21-year-old daughter’s marriage fell apart, Hooks gave her some land so she could start supporting herself. She stocked her acreage with Jersey cattle and launched a successful butter business... more

Donna Attractions

  • Donna Hooks Fletcher Museum -
    In Historic American Legion Hall
    318 S. Main
    956-464-9989
  • Donna Wet Lands - Birding and butterfly gardens.
    Call Chamber of Commerce - 956-464-3272 - for guided tours
  • Donna Central Elementary School>
    Images and Historic Marker
    Photos courtesy Stephen & Elizabeth Taylor

    Donna Visitor Center

    921, Miller Ave.
    M-F 3:30am - 5 pm
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