Fayetteville, Indiana facts for kids
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Fayetteville, Indiana
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An aerial image of Fayetteville on September 15, 2018.
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 Fayetteville, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Fayetteville, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Lawrence |
| Township | Indian Creek |
| Elevation | 610 ft (190 m) |
| ZIP code |
47421
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| FIPS code | 18-22900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 450908 |
Fayetteville is a small, unincorporated community located in Lawrence County, Indiana, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Indian Creek Township.
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A Look Back: The History of Fayetteville
How Fayetteville Started
Fayetteville was officially planned out on February 6, 1838, by a person named Ezra Kern. When a town is "platted," it means its streets and building lots are carefully mapped out. The community was probably named after John Fayette, who was an early settler in the area.
Even before Fayetteville was planned, the first store, called a "merchandising house," was opened in 1818 by John Vestal. Later, in 1874, Noah Kern added more land to the Fayetteville area.
Post Office and Population
A post office was set up in Fayetteville in 1846. It helped people send and receive letters and packages for many years. However, it closed down in 1907. By 1910, Fayetteville was a small country town with about 125 people. It was a place where local farmers and residents would come to trade goods.
A Powerful Storm
On March 8, 2009, Fayetteville experienced a very strong tornado. This tornado was powerful enough to destroy three houses and damage at least 19 others. Many barns and other buildings were also damaged or completely ruined. One person was injured during the storm.
Staying Safe: The Fire Department
Fayetteville and the areas around it are protected by the Indian Creek Volunteer Fire Department (ICVFD). This department is made up of 23 members who volunteer their time to help the community.
What the Fire Department Does
The ICVFD responds to all kinds of emergencies. This includes putting out fires and helping with medical calls. They often arrive as "medical first responders" when an ambulance is on its way from the nearby city of Bedford. This means they can start helping injured or sick people right away.
In 2012, the department had a record year, responding to 234 calls for help. The ICVFD also works with other volunteer fire departments in Lawrence County. This is called a "mutual aid agreement," where different departments help each other out when there's a big emergency.
