Carns, Nebraska facts for kids
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Carns, Nebraska
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Nebraska |
| County | Keya Paha |
Carns is a ghost town located in Keya Paha County, in the state of Nebraska in the United States. A ghost town is a place that was once a busy community but is now mostly empty.
The Story of Carns
Carns was named after one of the first people to settle in the area. Many towns in early America were named after important settlers or families.
Early Days of the Town
A post office was opened in Carns in 1879. This was a very important step for any new settlement. A post office meant people could send and receive letters and packages. It helped connect the small community with the rest of the world. For a while, the post office might have even been called "Elm Grove."
Why Carns Became a Ghost Town
The post office in Carns stayed open for many years. It served the local community until 1943. When a post office closes, it often means that fewer people are living in the area. Over time, as people moved away, Carns slowly became a ghost town. Many small towns in rural areas faced similar challenges as farming changed or people moved to bigger cities for work.
