Hoagland, Nebraska facts for kids

Hoagland is a small place in Nebraska, United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of a larger area, Logan County.

Hoagland's Story

Early Days

Hoagland got its name from a person named W. V. Hoagland. He was a "homesteader." This means he was one of the first people to settle and build a home in this area.

In 1912, a post office opened in Hoagland. A post office was a very important place back then. It helped people send and receive letters and packages. It also connected the community to the rest of the country.

The Post Office Closes

The post office in Hoagland stayed open for many years. It served the people living there. However, in 1944, the post office closed down. This was a common change for many small communities as times changed.