There is a reason Rhome is known as the “Crossroads to the Metroplex.” The city is located at the intersection of two major thoroughfares that lead directly to North Texas’ largest cities: Texas 114 to Dallas and U.S. 81/287 to Fort Worth.
While many enjoy living in Rhome because of the direct access to the Metroplex, plenty of folks also like the city for its small-town charm.
Rhome has a citizenry that is actively engaged in the community and city government.
Some of the city’s main events each year include veteran’s ceremonies at the Rhome Veteran Park and an annual fall festival that includes a parade.
Government
Mayor: Kenneth Crenshaw
City Council Members: Jimmy Johnson, Randall Loftis, Kristi King, Kasey Shumake
Council Meetings
Second and Fourth Thursday each Month @ 6pm
City Hall
261 North School Road, Rhome, TX 76078
City Administrator: Amanda DeGan
City Secretary: Brooke Boller
Phone: 817-636-2462
Website: cityofrhome.com
Services
Rhome Police Department, 400 B.C. Rhome
Phone: 817-636-2400
Rhome Volunteer Fire Department
Fire Chief: Darrel Fitch
Phone: 817-636-2001, 817-636-2462 or call 911 for emergencies
Rhome is home to the longest-serving library in Wise County.
Rhome Public Library, 265 W. B.C. Rhome
Opened in 1960 and includes books, DVDs, audio books, public computers and programs for all ages year-round.
Phone: 817-636-2767
Website: rhomelibrary.wordpress.com
Parks and Recreation
Rhome Veterans Park (located at the corner of Virginia Lane and Second Street)
Rhome Family Park, 400 S. Virginia and Stirling Lane
Includes a basketball court, walking trail, playground, grills, picnic tables and a butterfly garden
Rhome Community Center, 261 N. School Road
Hosts both community meetings and events and can also be rented for private functions. Call city hall for rental rates and availability.
Rhome Senior Center (next door to the Rhome Community Center)
Kam Kartway, 4746 Texas 114
Oval 1/8 mile kart racetrack that is consistently rated as a top 15 track in the nation by readers of RacingIn.com. It hosts events throughout the year.
Phone: 1-844-4-OUTLAW
Website: kamkartway.com
Education
Rhome is part of the 6A Northwest Independent School District. Most students attend Prairie View or Seven Hills elementary schools, Chisholm Trail Middle School and Northwest High School.
Superintendent: Ryder Warren
School Board Members: Mel Fuller, Josh Wright, Mark Schluter, Judy Copp, Devonna Holland, Anne Davis-Simpson and Lillian Rauch.
Administration Office, 2001 Texas Drive, Justin
Phone: 817-215-0000
Prairie View Elementary, 609 FM 3433, Rhome
Phone: 817-215-0550
Seven Hills Elementary, 654 FM 3433, Newark
Phone: 817-215-0700
Chisholm Trail Middle School, 583 FM 3433, Rhome
Phone: 817-215-0600
Northwest High School, 2301 Texas Drive, Justin
Phone: 817-215-0200
Website: nisdtx.org