Driving into downtown Farmersville, the changes are apparent. Among the historic buildings and shops, new businesses are quietly appearing, adding new life and faces to the landscape.
In 2000, the city of Farmerville and the Texas Main Street Program set in motion a plan focused on the revitalization of the Farmersville Square. This program has brought life and new businesses back to the square.
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By Joe Chandler • [email protected]
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