Independence, Preston County, West Virginia facts for kids
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Independence
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 Independence
Location in West Virginia
Independence
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Preston |
| Elevation | 1,181 ft (360 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1540661 |
Independence is a small community located in Preston County, West Virginia, United States. It is an "unincorporated community," which means it's a group of homes and businesses that are part of the larger county, rather than having its own separate town government. Independence is right next to the town of Newburg.
The community got its name to celebrate Independence Day, a very important holiday in the United States.
Life in Independence
Independence used to have its own public primary school. Today, children from Independence attend schools in the wider Preston County Public Schools system.
Fun Times: Watermelon Days
During the 1950s and 1960s, Independence was famous for its fun "Watermelon Days." These events brought lots of people together. They offered entertainment for families from Preston and Taylor counties. A big part of Watermelon Day was watching the different B&O trains arrive and leave. People also enjoyed swimming at a nearby spot called Fortney’s Mill.
Famous People from Independence
- Alexander Strausz – He was a soldier and architect from Hungary who later settled in America.
