Banner, Missouri facts for kids
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Banner, Missouri
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 Banner, Missouri
Location in Missouri
Banner, Missouri
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Iron |
| Elevation | 1,034 ft (315 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 573 |
| GNIS feature ID | 784661 |
Banner is a small, quiet place in the northern part of Iron County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
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Where is Banner Located?
Banner is nestled near two small streams: Keesling Branch and Cedar Creek. It's about half a mile from where these two streams meet. You can find Banner along Missouri Route 32, which is a main road. It's also about 5 miles west of a town called Belleview.
A Look Back at Banner's History
The Banner Post Office
Banner once had its own post office! It opened in 1924, which was a long time ago. This post office stayed open until 1956. This means people in Banner could send and receive mail right in their community for over 30 years.
What's in a Name?
No one is quite sure why the name "Banner" was chosen for this place. Sometimes, communities get their names from local landmarks, important people, or even funny stories. For Banner, the reason behind its name remains a bit of a mystery. Another name sometimes used for the area was "Brule."
