First settled 1853, and in 1855-56 known as Encina. Once domain of notorious frontier sheriff and outlaw, J. King Fisher. Historical marker on graves of Fisher and early...

First settled 1853, and in 1855-56 known as Encina. Once domain of notorious frontier sheriff and outlaw, J. King Fisher. Historical marker on graves of Fisher and early settlers in Pioneer Cemetery, 500 block N. Park St. Today, a retail center for extensive cattle, sheep and goat ranching, and truck farming. Industries include vegetable packing and processing, aircraft modifications, and garment making. City is at intersection of nation’s two longest highways, U.S. 90 and U.S. 83. Home of Southwest Texas Junior College and Sul Ross State Univ., Rio Grande College.

For more information on accommodations, attractions, shopping and dining opportunities, stop by the Uvalde Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Visitor Center on 300 E. Main. 800/5-UVALDE. www.visituvalde.com.