English, West Virginia facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
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Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | McDowell |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
24832
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| GNIS feature ID | 1554403 |
English is a small place in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own official local government like a city or town.
English is located along the Tug Fork river. It is also connected to the Norfolk Southern Railway network. This railway was once part of the Norfolk and Western system.
History of English
English played an important role in its county's early days. It was once the "county seat" of McDowell County. A county seat is the main town where the local government offices are located. This includes places like the courthouse.
However, English did not remain the county seat forever. In 1892, the county seat was moved. It was relocated to Welch, which is another town in McDowell County.
Post Office Changes
Like many small communities, English had its own post office. This was a central place for people to send and receive mail. The post office in English served the community for many years. However, it eventually closed down. The official closing date for the English post office was November 9, 2002.
Geography and Transportation
English is situated in a region known for its natural beauty. The community lies along the Tug Fork river. This river is an important waterway in the area. Rivers often played a key role in the development of communities. They provided water, transportation, and sometimes power.
The community's connection to the Norfolk Southern Railway is also notable. Railways were very important for transporting goods and people. In areas like West Virginia, railways were especially vital for moving coal. Many communities in this region, including English, were once "coal towns." This means their economies were often built around coal mining.
