Corona, Minnesota facts for kids
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Corona
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 Corona
Location in Minnesota
Corona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Carlton |
| Elevation | 1,296 ft (395 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 654728 |
Corona is a small place in Carlton County, Minnesota, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's located at these coordinates: 46°40′14″N 92°45′59″W / 46.67056°N 92.76639°W.
A Look Back: The History of Corona
How Corona Got Its Name
The name "Corona" comes from a Latin word. It means "crown." People think it might have been named this because of how high up the land is. It's like the community is sitting on top, like a crown!
The Old Post Office
Long ago, Corona had its own post office. It opened in 1910. This was a place where people could send and receive letters and packages. But it only stayed open for a short time. The post office closed in 1921.
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