Fresno, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fresno, Ohio
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The former Fresno Elementary School
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Location of Fresno, Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Coshocton |
| Townships | White Eyes |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 140 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
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43824
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2628893 |
Fresno is a small community located in Coshocton County, Ohio, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the government for statistics, but it's not a legally organized town or city.
As of the 2020 census, about 140 people lived in Fresno. It has its own post office with the ZIP code 43824. You can find Fresno along State Route 93, nestled between the towns of West Lafayette and Baltic.
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History of Fresno
How Fresno Got Its Name
Fresno has had a few different names over the years! It was first called Jacktown. However, the people living there didn't really like that name.
So, the community decided to vote and change the name. They chose "Avondale" instead. A post office was set up in Avondale in 1875. Later, in 1905, the name of the post office, and therefore the community, was changed one last time to Fresno.
Famous People from Fresno
Brian Olinger: A Local Runner
Fresno is the hometown of Brian Olinger, a well-known runner. He grew up in the area and went to Ridgewood High School. Brian became a world-class athlete, showing that even small communities can produce amazing talent!
