Adna, Washington facts for kids
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Adna, Washington
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Ulrich-Schuler Barn at the Adna exit off Washington State Route 6
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 Adna, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Adna, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Lewis |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| zip code |
98522, 98532
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| Area code(s) | 360 |
Adna is a small community in Lewis County, Washington, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community, meaning it does not have its own city government. Instead, it is part of the larger county. Adna is a quiet place with a strong focus on its schools and local sports teams.
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How Adna Got Its Name
The town of Adna has an interesting story behind its name. An early resident, J.G. Browning, first called the area "Willoway." This name came from his wife Edna's favorite saying: "Where there's a will, there's a way."
In 1892, the railroad changed the name to Pamona. This was to avoid confusion with another town called Willapa. However, there was already a Pomona, Washington in the state. So, the town needed a new name again.
There are two main stories about how "Adna" was chosen. One story says the name was meant to be "Edna," after Edna Browning. But because another post office named Edna already existed, the first letter was changed to "A." Another story says a railway superintendent renamed the town in 1894. He supposedly named it after a family member, Adna Marian.
A Look at Adna's Past
Adna has experienced some big events in its history. In 2007, a very strong storm called the Great Coastal Gale of 2007 caused major flooding. Downtown Adna was covered in about 4.5 feet (1.4 meters) of water. During this time, the high school's batting cages were used as a place to organize help for the community.
Where is Adna Located?
Adna is situated right next to the Chehalis River. It is about 6 miles (9.7 kilometers) southwest of the city of Chehalis. The small town of Littell is just 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) to the east. A main road, Washington State Route 6, runs right through Adna.
Parks and Fun Things to Do
Adna has a couple of nice parks for residents and visitors.
Back Memorial County Park
This park is next to Adna High School. The Back family donated the land in 1978. The park is about 5 acres (2 hectares) in size. It has hosted softball tournaments that raise money for scholarships. These scholarships honor a local coach. In the early 1980s, the high school football team even used the park temporarily while their stadium was being rebuilt. Today, it has ballfields and a small running track.
Rose County Park
Southeast of Adna is Rose County Park, often called Rose Park by locals. This park is much larger, at 21 acres (8.5 hectares). It offers picnic areas and playgrounds for kids. There is also a 0.4-mile (0.64-kilometer) hiking path. This path is set up as a fitness trail, with different exercise stations. Both Back Memorial and Rose parks are managed by the Lewis County Parks and Recreation Department. The local Lions Club helps maintain Back Memorial Park.
Willapa Hills Trail
Adna is also a starting point for the Willapa Hills Trail. This trail is great for walking, running, or biking. There is a paved parking lot and a trailhead in Adna where you can access it.
Schools in Adna
Adna is home to the Adna School District. This district includes two schools: Adna Elementary and Adna Middle/High School. One of the first schools in Adna was built in 1893. It was known as the Bell Tower School. The high school football field was built in the 1930s. It was constructed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA), a government program that created jobs during the Great Depression. The field is on the site where the original Adna High School once stood.
Adna Sports Achievements
Adna High School is well-known for its successful sports teams.
- Girls' Softball: As of 2024, the high school girls' softball team has won the state championship an amazing 11 times! They won back-to-back titles twice, in 1994-1995 and again in 2023-2024. Other championship years include 2011, 2015, and 2019.
- Football: The Adna football team won the state championship in 1989.
- Boys' Baseball: The boys' baseball team won the Central 2B League state title in 2015.
Important Services
Adna is getting some new technology to help its residents. A big project is underway to bring faster internet to the area. This project will install fiber-optic cable around Adna, especially in the Bunker Creek area. It is expected to start in 2024 and finish by 2026. This will provide better internet access for homes and businesses.
The local post office is conveniently located inside the Adna Grocery building.
See also
In Spanish: Adna (Washington) para niños
