Atwood, Indiana facts for kids
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Atwood, Indiana
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 Atwood, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Atwood, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Kosciusko |
| Township | Prairie |
| Elevation | 824 ft (251 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46502
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| FIPS code | 18-02638 |
| GNIS feature ID | 430332 |
Atwood is a small community located in Kosciusko County, in the state of Indiana, United States. It is an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Prairie Township.
History of Atwood
Atwood was first created as a village on September 29, 1857. Its original name was "Mount Ruska."
This community became an important place for trade. This was because the Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne, and Chicago Railway passed right through it. Trains helped move goods and people, making Atwood a busy spot.
In 1865, the people living in the village asked for a name change. Their request was approved, and the town's name officially became Atwood. The local post office has been serving the community since 1864.
Where is Atwood?
Atwood is located in Indiana. You can find it close to a body of water called Hoffman Lake.
Schools in Atwood
In the past, Atwood had its own school, and its sports teams were known as the Atwood Greyhounds. Today, students who live in Atwood and attended Atwood Elementary School now go to Warsaw Community High School for their high school education.
Famous People from Atwood
Some notable people have come from Atwood:
- Harold Achor: He was a Justice of the Indiana Supreme Court. This means he was one of the highest judges in Indiana, helping to make important legal decisions for the state.
- Emery Andrew Rovenstine: He was a very famous anesthesiologist. An anesthesiologist is a doctor who gives medicine to patients to make them feel no pain during surgery or other medical procedures.
