Glenn, Missouri facts for kids

Glenn is a small, quiet place in the southeastern part of Ripley County, in the state of Missouri, USA. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger county area.

About Glenn

Glenn is located along Missouri Route H, which is a state road. It sits just southwest of another small community called Torch. If you were to drive through this area, you would find Glenn nestled in the countryside of Ripley County.

How Glenn Got Its Name

The community of Glenn has a bit of history tied to its name. A post office was opened there in 1901. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. This post office served the community for many years, but it eventually closed down in 1933. The name "Glenn" comes from a person named Glenn Hess. He was the son of one of the very first families to settle in that area. So, the community was named to honor him and his family's early presence there.