Alvin, a city in Brazoria County, was settled in the mid-19th century by bull ranchers, though it was originally called Morgan in honor of the settlement's first residents, Alvin Morgan. However, it was discovered that the town name was already taken and so it renamed itself,
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Alvin Convention and Visitors Bureau
Charged with promoting the city as a destination for business and tourist travel, the Alvin CVB offers a profile and history of the city, its historical sites and other points of interest, as well as a guide to area organizations, businesses and services. - Alvin Convention and Visitors Bureau
http://www.alvintexas.org/
Alvin Manvel Area Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a volunteer partnership of businesses and professional people working for the betterment of the community. Its site includes an overview of the organization, the benefits to membership, a member directory, applications and event forms, a well as a guide to community schools, shopping venues, restaurants and other services. - Alvin Manvel Area Chamber of Commerce
http://www.alvinmanvelchamber.org/
The APD was established in 1950, replacing the city marshal system of law enforcement. An overview of the department is presented, including its staff, human department, bike patrol, victim assistance and crime prevention programs, citizen patrol, and other programs. - Alvin Police Department
http://www.alvinpolice.com/
The web edition of the newspaper based in Alvin, Texas includes news and sports stories, obituaries, opinion columns, classifieds, and a review of its advertising and subscription policies and fees. - Alvin Sun-Advertiser
http://www.alvinsun.net/
The official web site for the city includes an overview of the municipal government, its departments, utilities, facilities, and economic development programs. Online resources include access to municipal court records, accident and police reports, crime reports, and payment of utility bills. - Alvin, Texas
http://www.alvin-tx.gov/
Alvin, Texas Chapter of Ducks Unlimited
The Alvin chapter of the national organization is featured here, with background information on the organization, its membership policies, leadership, and schedule events and programs. - Alvin, Texas Chapter of Ducks Unlimited
http://www.alvindu.org/
Operated by Animals of the Earth, the Bayou Wildlife Park in Alvin, Texas features a tram ride with experienced wildlife guides, through more than eighty acres of natural habitat that includes alligator ponds, monkey islands, and many other areas, which are described here, along with its rates and hours of operation. - Bayou Wildlife Park
http://www.bayouwildlifepark.com/