We’ve been through here many times. I’ve taken few pictures though, most sometime between 2007 and 2014. Here is one of Wells in 2011. Things have changed: roads widened, new buildings, demolished structures, babies born, and taxes increased. Nothing lasts forever except for God’s love. When I get to Wells, I sigh and say, “Almost there”. There being Lufkin. Home away from home.
For the most part, the town has not grown that much. The population was 790 at the 2010 census, and 853 at the 2020 U.S. census. The only way you are going to find Wells TX, is to get on US Highway 69 and drive to Cherokee County. At FM 1247 you’ll notice the water tower and can declare your presence in the town know as “A Great Place To Live”. Charcoal was produced here in the late 1890’s and a prison camp was established for this purpose. After the charcoal camp was closed, Wells saw growth. I found some Wells TX history right here. There is more traffic through here now than there was in 2011.
With it being a quiet Sunday afternoon on a cold December day, I did not find anyone to spark up a conversation with. There was a mother sitting in her front yard over on East 1st street watching her young kids play on the pavement. I slowed, very slow, passed a little girl on her pink bicycle, waved at the mother who ignored me, and turned right on May Street.
What got my attention was the 150 year sign on the church on the highway. Falvey Memorial Methodist Church celebrated their 150’th anniversary October 5-8, 2025. The church was founded in 1872. Reverend Mike Waters is the pastor. May your church continue to build the community in Christ’s love.
Is the Donut place still open? Who has a story to share of Wells, Texas?
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