Fonzo, West Virginia facts for kids
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Fonzo
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 Fonzo
Location in West Virginia
Fonzo
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Ritchie |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1549688 |
Fonzo is a small, quiet place in Ritchie County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger county.
What is Fonzo?
Fonzo is a community where people live, but it is not officially a city or a town. It is located in Ritchie County. This county is in the state of West Virginia.
When Was Fonzo Started?
The community of Fonzo was established in the year 1901. This means it has been around for over 120 years!
How Did Fonzo Get Its Name?
Fonzo got its name in a very special way. It was named after a baby who lived in the area. This is a unique way for a community to get its name.
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