Hondo, County seat in Medina County, Texas, United States
The city extends across 9.6 square miles of land area, positioned 40 miles west of San Antonio at an elevation of 272 meters.
The Hondo Army Air Field, established in 1942, trained more than 14,000 military navigators throughout World War II until its closure in 1946.
The Newton Gang executed two bank robberies on the same night in Hondo during the early 1920s, marking a notable event in Texas criminal history.
Residents access city services through online platforms for utility payments, public meeting broadcasts, and emergency notifications regarding water restrictions.
The Hondo Lions Club installed a sign reading 'This is God's Country, Don't Drive Thru It Like Hell' in 1930, later modified with 'Please' in the 1940s.
Location: Medina County
Inception: 1881
Elevation above the sea: 272 m
Website: http://cityofhondo.com
GPS coordinates: 29.34690,-99.14560
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53
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