In 1912, Lon Hill, an early land owner, formed a company to develop a canal system which would use the Rio Grande River to irrigate land for farming. Railroad construction in the early 1900s began to bring settlers to the area, and by 1915 a post office was established, Because of the fertile, irrigated land, farm products increased and with thhe long growing season in the Valley, farming flourished.
Major crops are cotton, sugar cane, grains, orange, and red grapefruit orchards.
Little Graceland- Contains large collection of Elvis Presley memorabilia, including photos, posters, watches, and more. The owner served i the U.S. Army with Elvis while stationed in Germany. At times during the year there are Elvis impersonator contests. West Ocean Blvd. For information, write Rt.