Alice, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alice, West Virginia
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Country | United States |
State | West Virginia |
County | Gilmer |
Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
GNIS feature ID | 1549560 |
Alice is a small place in Gilmer County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes or buildings that doesn't have its own local government, like a town or city would. Instead, it's part of the larger county. Alice once had its own post office, but it is now closed.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have a mayor or its own city council. Instead, the county government takes care of things like roads and services for everyone living there. These communities are often smaller and more spread out than official towns.
Where is Alice Located?
Alice is found in Gilmer County, which is in the state of West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern part of the United States, known for its mountains and beautiful nature. Gilmer County is in the central part of West Virginia.
See also
In Spanish: Alice (Virginia Occidental) para niños