Friendsville, Illinois facts for kids
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Friendsville, Illinois
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 Friendsville, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Friendsville, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Wabash |
| Elevation | 472 ft (144 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 408767 |
Friendsville is a small place in Wabash County, Illinois, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and possibly businesses that doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or a town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. The services like roads, police, and fire protection are usually provided by the county.
How is it Different from a City?
Cities and towns have their own local governments. They can make their own laws and collect taxes for local services. Unincorporated communities rely on the county for these things. This can mean fewer local rules and sometimes different services.
Where is Friendsville Located?
Friendsville is found in the southeastern part of Illinois. It is located in Wabash County. This county is in the eastern part of the state.
Distance from Mt. Carmel
Friendsville is about 7 miles (11 kilometers) west-northwest of Mt. Carmel. Mt. Carmel is a larger city in Wabash County. It serves as the county seat. This means it's where the main county government offices are located.
