Anna
Texas
City Of Anna
History:
The town of Anna was incorporated in the year 1913 and Jno. F. Greer [was elected] mayor without opposition and served the term, was elected the second time but declined to serve and Dr. W.C. Bryant was elected and is now mayor. Mr. Greer was also the second post master for Anna. He came to Texas in 1870 from Alabama, and settled one mile north of this town.
In the year 1878 he returned to Alabama and was married to Miss Laura Ellis and came back here. Their daughter, Miss Anna, now in Korea as a missionary, was the first child born in Anna.
Mr. and Mrs. Greer are the parents of eleven children, all of whom are living, namely Joe L., owner of the Red Cross Pharmacy, T. E. and B. D. D., twins, Bessie, J. D., Grady, Emma, James, Bryan and Laura May. Baxter Greer lives at Brownwood and is one of the professors in the Daniel Baker [College]. Miss Anna is in Korea. James and Bryan are attending Daniel Baker College; the other children are all residents of Collin County.
Mr. Greer is now in his 66th year and is enjoying reasonably good health. Mrs. Greer is 66 years and is being blessed with the best of health.
Recent News
City of Anna News - March 10, 2023
City of Anna News - March 10, 2023 Anna in the news Anna man catches one of the heaviest largemouth bass in Texas history Swimming next to Jason Conn’s boat at O.H. Ivie Lake near San Angelo last week was one of the biggest bass recorded…
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Anna in the news Rosamond Parkway in Anna now open for access The City of Anna to announced Rosamond Parkway to U.S. 75 is now open. The roadway serves as a critical East/West connection between U.S. 75 and S.H. 5 in northern Anna. Read more. …
Read More »City of Anna News - February 24, 2023
Anna in the news Home Depot looks to Anna On Tuesday, Feb. 28, the Anna City Council will be considering a sales tax grant with The Home Depot. Read more. Provide input on the city's wayfinding We are embarking on the development of a…
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Anna in the news Anna names assistant city manager new interim city manager An interim city manager has been named following the resignation of City Manager Jim Proce. Assistant City Manager Ryan Henderson will step into the role of interim…
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City of Anna News - February 10, 2023 Meet the Community Enhancement and Compliance Division The Community Enhancement and Compliance (CEC) division strives to meet the City’s goal of making Anna a great place to live. The division…
Read More »City Of Anna News - January 27, 2023
Slayter Creek Skate Park closes for renovations Slayter Creek Skate Park is officially closed as the city prepares for the construction of the new course. SPA Skateparks has been selected as the contractor and the 3D renderings are now available…
Read More »City Of Anna News - January 20, 2023
Learn more about being a City Councilmember Neighbors may now pick up candidate packets and applications for a place on the ballot from the City Secretary's Office in the Anna Municipal Complex. For an electronic packet, please complete the…
Read More »City Of Anna News - January 13, 2023
Martin Luther King Jr. holiday closures and trash schedule City facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 16. Trash and Recycling will operate on a normal schedule. Learn more about being a City Councilmember Candidate packets and applications for…
Read More »City Of Anna News - January 6, 2023
Martin Luther King Jr. holiday closures and trash schedule City facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 16. Trash and Recycling will operate on a normal schedule. Join us on Friday, Jan. 13 You're invited to breakfast with the City Manager on…
Read More »City Of Anna News - December 30, 2022
Holiday closures, trash and recycling schedule City facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 2 for the New Year's holiday. January 1, 2023 falls on Sunday so trash and recycling collection will not change. Contact CARDS at 877-592-2737 for questions…
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City of Anna news: Help our local Anna Coyotes Holiday trash and recycling schedule When a holiday falls on a weekday, collection will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week. If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, routes will…
Read More »City Of Anna News - December 9, 2022
Anna in the news Anna celebrates season at tree lighting “I wanted to meet more people and be part of the community. Anna is growing so quickly and this is a good way for people to feel welcomed into the city." Read more. Anna street to…
Read More »City Of Anna News : Tree Lighting On Saturday, December 3
Winter recreation guide now available Give the gift of an experience this holiday season. Browse the winter recreation guide and find an abundance of activities and events to make this winter special. New programs this season: - Youth t-ball,…
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