TITLE: Commemorating the fifth anniversary of Oil Horse Brewing Co. in Longview.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the fifth anniversary of Oil Horse Brewing Co. in Longview.

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WHEREAS, Locally owned and operated businesses contribute to the character and vitality of their communities, and Oil Horse Brewing Co. in Longview, which recently celebrated its fifth year of operation, is one such enterprise; and WHEREAS, John Oglesbee first began brewing his gluten-free beer as a hobby after learning he had a form of gluten intolerance; he established Oil Horse Brewing Co. in 2016 and sold out of his product in a single day; inspired by local history, he serves a variety of brews with namesakes such as the Big Inch pipeline that runs eastward from Longview, the city's founder, Ossamus Hitch Methvin, and the loblolly pines that populate the region; and WHEREAS, Since its inception, Oil Horse Brewing Co. has expanded its operation to include canning and outside sales distribution across East Texas, while the taproom remains a popular gathering spot for customers; the brewery celebrated its fifth anniversary on May 8, 2021, with a block party featuring live music, food trucks, cornhole, and other activities; and WHEREAS, The well-being of Texas depends on a vibrant, diversified economy, and independent businesses deeply rooted in their communities are to be commended for strengthening the prosperity of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the fifth anniversary of Oil Horse Brewing Co. and extend to John Oglesbee and his staff sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Oglesbee as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Dean Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1443 was adopted by the House on May 26, 2021, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House