check out schools, colleges - Gas City, IN. | WikiXM

Welcome:
Gas City, IN

Wikipedia
A A+ A++ A+++

We would like to provide the residents of  Gas City  a basic history overview.

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

Here in 'Gas City', 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 'Gas City'.

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 'Gas City'. Join us and let's make a difference together!

Gas City, IN - History


We would like to provide the residents of  Gas City  a basic history overview.


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

Gas City has a population of 5756. 44.8% of Gas City’s inhabitants are Male, and 55.2 are female. 52% of Gas City is married and 70.7% own their own home. The Average Home price is $97,797, and the average rent is $823. Household median income in Gas City is $54,031, and the individual median income is $25,098. Gas City’s Ethnic is the following: White(95.5%), Black(1.5%), Asian(1.4%), Multiple(1.3%), Hispanic(0.3%), Other(0.2%).


Gas City was first known as Harrisburg when settled on May 25, 1867, by Noah Harris. It became something of a boom town when natural gas was found in the area in 1887. The Gas City Land Company was founded on March 21, 1892, and the town of about 150 people changed its name to Gas City a few days later.


However, as of 2022 much of the gas is depleted. (See Indiana gas boom.) The Gas City High School, Thompson-Ray House, and West Ward School are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Gas City annually hosts the Ducktail Run Rod and Custom Car Show in the Fall. The "Ducktail Run," as it is known to locals, is a large car show featuring vehicles from 1972 and older.


In the year 2020, the Festival had 2,020 vehicles register to appear. Gas City is home to the world famous Max's Barbershop located on Main Street in Downtown Gas City. Max's Barbershop has been a family business beginning with the original owner, Max Leavitt, and now under control by his son Craig Leavitt.


What you can do in the WikiXM Gas City, IN 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

Gas City, IN - Founding Members

Gas City, IN Founders

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

No Founding Member in Gas City, IN.

Become a Founding Member

Top Articles in Gas City, IN

See More

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

No Articles in Gas City, IN.

Create an Article

Gas City, IN Reporters

See More

The Gas City, IN'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 Gas City, IN.

This could be you

Gas City, IN 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 Gas City, IN

Be the first to post !

Town
Talk