Here are some fun facts about Missouri City, Texas

MISSOURI CITY, Texas -- Missouri City was put on the map when the first railroad in Texas made a stop there.

In the '20s, oil and gas were discovered nearby, triggering a boomtown.

Today it's a community thousands call home. Watch the video above to see some fun facts about Missouri City.

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