check out schools, colleges - Lone Tree, IA. | WikiXM

Welcome:
Lone Tree, IA

Wikipedia
A A+ A++ A+++

We would like to provide the residents of  Lone Tree  a basic history overview.

The WikiXM 'Lone Tree' platform is your gateway to becoming an active part of our vibrant community, regardless of your age or how long you've called 'Lone Tree' home. It's more than just a news platform; it's a thriving hub where the collective wisdom of every 'Lone Tree' resident converges to ignite discussions, foster learning, and empower one another with knowledge about our beloved town.

Here in 'Lone Tree', we have a diverse tapestry of residents. Some have roots that run deep, their knowledge steeped in the rich history of our town. Others are students, dedicated to keeping us updated on school activities, while many are committed to sharing the ebb and flow of daily life.

What's more, from a civic and political perspective, there are countless opportunities for you to join in. Many in our community offer updates on policies and decisions, offering their unique insights. This platform is where all these local perspectives meld together, creating a better place for everyone to live, regardless of your age or how long you've been a part of 'Lone Tree'.

So, whether you're a long-time resident or a newcomer, young or old, WikiXM is your invitation to dive into the heart of our community, to engage, and help us all create a more vibrant, inclusive, and connected 'Lone Tree'. Join us and let's make a difference together!

Lone Tree, IA - History


We would like to provide the residents of  Lone Tree  a basic history overview.


Welcome to the Lone Tree Home page. The Lone Tree Home page provides as much information as possible on Lone Tree. Knowing Lone Tree’s history is essential to guiding its future. Within Lone Tree’s Home page, you will also find Lone Tree’s Founders, Holiday, and Birthday sections.

Lone Tree has a population of 1390. 52.1% of Lone Tree’s inhabitants are Male, and 47.9 are female. 57.8% of Lone Tree is married and 82.4% own their own home. The Average Home price is $144,372, and the average rent is $694. Household median income in Lone Tree is $68,971, and the individual median income is $31,975. Lone Tree’s Ethnic is the following: White(98.5%), Hispanic(7.2%), Other(0.7%), Multiple(0.6%), Asian(0.2%).


Lone Tree was platted by John W. Jayne in 1872. Lone Tree derives its name from a giant elm that grew nearby in the pioneer era and served as a prairie landmark. This elm stood on a slight hill south of town. Local legend has it that the tree was so large, buffalo grazed under its expansive branches.


It escaped prairie fires because of the lack of grass around the tree. The tree succumbed to the Dutch Elm disease of the 1960s, although valiant efforts were made to save it. The wood from the tree was used to make a sign denoting the tree's home on the hill southeast of the city limits. On December 9, 1985, during the 1980s farm crisis, a local farmer, Dale Burr, became distraught over his growing debt.


He shot his wife Emily in their home. He then went to Hills Bank & Trust in the neighboring town of Hills and attempted to cash a check and when rebuffed, returned with a shotgun and killed bank president John Hughes. Next on his list was his neighbor Richard Goody, who had recently won a court settlement against Burr's son.


When pulled over by Johnson County sheriffs, Burr shot himself fatally. Burr had left a note beside his wife's body. It said he "couldn't manage his problems anymore." The story was captured in Bruce Brown's book Lone Tree.


What you can do in the WikiXM Lone Tree, IA News

Engage with your town in a Live format.

With various live chat features, you can engage with locals in a virtual conversation.

You can discuss or write about local issues.

Create & post topics in "town" you love like Sports, Entertainment

You can ask your Community questions that only locals may be able to answer.

Ask questions about local services, where to find local activies or get other local advice from those that live in your town.

Local interest Groups are a great way to engage locally.

Create a local group in an area of your interest like Mt. Bikiing, Hiking, a book group.

Get to know your town better.

See what we've included about your town and how can get to know your towns history much better and participate in its future.

What is WikiXM?

View Category Page

Lone Tree, IA - Founding Members

Lone Tree, IA Founders

The Lone Tree, IA founder's page is dedicated to those people in the Lone Tree, IA area that initially made the Lone Tree, IA WikiXM news a reality. Without their initiative, foresight and social fortitude the Lone Tree, IA WikiXM news would not have happened.

No Founding Member in Lone Tree, IA.

Become a Founding Member

Top Articles in Lone Tree, IA

See More

The Lone Tree, IA founder's page is dedicated to those people in the Lone Tree, IA area that initially made the Lone Tree, IA WikiXM news a reality. Without their initiative, foresight and social fortitude the Lone Tree, IA WikiXM news would not have happened.

No Articles in Lone Tree, IA.

Create an Article

Lone Tree, IA Reporters

See More

The Lone Tree, IA's Reporters play an important role in keeping their communities informed. They investigate stories, write articles, and inform the public about what is happening in their area.

No Reporters in Lone Tree, IA.

This could be you

Lone Tree, IA Live Town Chat

Start a discussion, not a fire. Post with kindness.

Sign in Now to take part in the Live Chat

No Live Chat in Lone Tree, IA

Be the first to post !

Town
Talk