Hazelhurst (community), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hazelhurst, Wisconsin
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Looking north at downtown Hazelhurst on U.S. Route 51
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 Hazelhurst (community), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Hazelhurst (community), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Oneida |
| Elevation | 491 m (1,611 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54531
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1566237 |
Hazelhurst is a small, unincorporated community in Wisconsin, USA. This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or a village. It's part of a larger area called Oneida County. You can find Hazelhurst along U.S. Route 51, about 19 miles (31 km) northwest of Rhinelander. It even has its own post office with the ZIP code 54531.
A Look Back at Hazelhurst
How Hazelhurst Started
Hazelhurst began thanks to a smart businessman named Cyrus C. Yawkey. He built a sawmill here. A sawmill is a place where logs are cut into lumber, which is wood used for building. His company was called the Yawkey Lumber Company. This business helped the community grow.
Cyrus Yawkey's Role
Cyrus Yawkey was an important person in Hazelhurst. He didn't just run a business; he also helped lead the community. He served on the Hazelhurst town board. This board helps make decisions for the local area. He was also part of the Oneida County board of supervisors. This group helps manage the whole county. Later, he even served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. This is part of the state government that makes laws for Wisconsin.
Images for kids
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Sign on U.S. 51
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Welcome sign
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Fire Department
