Cruse, Illinois facts for kids
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Cruse, Illinois
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 Cruse, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Cruse, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Clay |
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422593 |
Cruse is a small place in Clay County, Illinois, in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Cruse is located near a railroad line, just west of a town called Iola.
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Discovering Cruse, Illinois
Cruse is a quiet spot in the state of Illinois. It's found in Clay County. This area is known for its flat lands and farms.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Cruse is a collection of homes. It might have a few businesses too. But it's not officially a city or a village. This means it doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county. For Cruse, that's Clay County.
Where is Cruse Located?
Cruse is located in a rural part of Illinois. It sits along a railroad line. Railroads were very important for travel and trade in the past. Cruse is also found to the west and southwest of another small town called Iola.
Fun Facts About Cruse
- Cruse is in the Central Time Zone. This is the same time zone as Chicago.
- The area code for phones in Cruse is 618. This covers a large part of southern Illinois.
- The elevation of Cruse is about 548 feet above sea level. This means it's not very high up.
