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Sweetwater
Texas is a state located in the southern and western regions of the United States of America. The state is second largest in both area and population behind Alaska and California, respectively. The state's name derives from a word in the Caddoan language of the Hasinai. Texas declared its independence from Mexico in 1836 and existed as the independent republic of Texas for nearly a decade. Texas is internationally known for its energy and aeronautics industries and for its ship channel at the Port of Houston, the largest in the U.S. in international commerce and the sixth largest port in the world.
Sweetwater is a city in Nolan county, Texas, United States. The population was 11,415 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Nolan county. Much of the community was devastated by tornadoes that swept through west Texas in 1985. Sweetwater, like Freer in Duval county in south Texas, hosts an annual rattlesnake roundup in the early spring. The city is increasingly a republican stronghold in Texas.
According to the United States census bureau, the city has a total area of 26 square kilometer all land. In the city, the population was spread out with 28.1 percent under the age of 18, 8.9 percent from 18 to 24, 26.0 percent from 25 to 44, 21.1 percent from 45 to 64, and 15.8 percent who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 91.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.7 males. The education of the City is served by the Sweetwater independent school district.
The city is often regarded as among the most beautiful parts of United States, it is one of the most visited places amongst the most die hard travelers the world over. Today, one can also learn about its history, from its earliest times and gain enthusiasm in its natural beauty and populace. The city has undergone some improvement in various fields and enjoys a very positive reputation with worldwide travelers.
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