Fox, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Fox, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Fox, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Roseau County |
| Township | Ross Township |
| Elevation | 1,093 ft (333 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56751 and 56714
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 643856 |
Fox is a small place in Minnesota, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Ross Township in Roseau County.
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Discovering Fox: A Small Minnesota Community
Fox is located in the northwestern part of Minnesota. It's a quiet spot in Roseau County.
Where is Fox Located?
You can find Fox west of a town called Roseau. It's right where two main roads meet: Highway 11 and Highway 89. Another road, Highway 308, is also close by.
Nearby Places to Fox
If you're near Fox, you'll find other small communities. These include Badger, Pinecreek, and Ross.
Why is it Called Fox?
The community of Fox got its name from the animals. Many foxes used to live in the area. The people who settled there decided to name the place after these clever creatures.
A Look at Fox's Past
Fox once had its own post office. It was open for many years, from 1891 until 1937. This means people living in Fox could send and receive mail right in their own community.
