The city of Tahoka is located in the center of Lynn county,
approximately 30 miles south
of Lubbock in the lower Texas panhandle. This area is considered one
of Texas' most
prolific agribusiness regions. Tahoka was established as the Lynn County seat in
1903
when the county organized, and was officially incorporated on October 1, 1915.
Tahoka was named after Tahoka Lake, a natural spring-fed lake, located northeast
of Tahoka. Indian language authorities believe Tahoka means "clear water",
"fresh water" , or "deep water". The population of this friendly
community is 2,865.
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