Kendallville, Indiana facts for kids
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Kendallville, Indiana
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Downtown Kendallville in October 2005.
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Location of Kendallville in Noble County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Noble |
| Township | Wayne |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.34 sq mi (16.42 km2) |
| • Land | 6.12 sq mi (15.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2) |
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,271 |
| • Density | 1,679.64/sq mi (648.47/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46755
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| FIPS code | 18-39402 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395505 |
| Website | http://www.kendallville-in.org |
Kendallville is a city located in Noble County, Indiana, in the United States. It is part of Wayne Township. In 2022, about 10,222 people lived here.
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History of Kendallville
Kendallville was officially started in 1849. However, a post office had been serving the area since 1837. The city got its name from Amos Kendall. He was the 8th United States Postmaster General, which is like the head of the postal service.
Some important buildings in Kendallville are recognized for their history. The Iddings-Gilbert-Leader-Anderson Block and the Kendallville Downtown Historic District are special. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites.
The 1992 Tornado Event
On July 14, 1992, a strong F2 tornado hit Kendallville. An F2 tornado is quite powerful. It formed on the west side of the city. The tornado then moved eastward at 30 miles per hour. It passed through the downtown area and a shopping center. It also affected a residential neighborhood.
The tornado grew stronger as it moved. It pulled up trees and knocked down power lines. Luckily, it just missed the Noble County fairgrounds. The county fair was happening there that week. Witnesses said the tornado touched down and lifted up several times.
The tornado left the city from its east side. It then disappeared in Dekalb County. It traveled for 8 miles in total. Its widest point was about 150 yards across. The winds inside the tornado were estimated to be 157 miles per hour. Hail about one inch wide was also reported nearby.
The city's emergency sirens did not go off. The tornado formed very quickly and close to town. City officials did not have time to activate them. Also, weather radar did not detect the tornado. This was because it was relatively narrow for its strength.
No one died during the storm. However, 28 people were injured. 31 homes were completely destroyed. The total damage was estimated to be more than $13 million.
Geography of Kendallville
Kendallville covers a total area of about 6.264 square miles (16.22 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 6.04 square miles (15.64 square kilometers) is land. The rest, about 0.224 square miles (0.58 square kilometers), is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 2,164 | — | |
| 1880 | 2,373 | 9.7% | |
| 1890 | 2,960 | 24.7% | |
| 1900 | 3,354 | 13.3% | |
| 1910 | 4,981 | 48.5% | |
| 1920 | 5,273 | 5.9% | |
| 1930 | 5,439 | 3.1% | |
| 1940 | 5,431 | −0.1% | |
| 1950 | 6,119 | 12.7% | |
| 1960 | 6,765 | 10.6% | |
| 1970 | 6,838 | 1.1% | |
| 1980 | 7,299 | 6.7% | |
| 1990 | 7,773 | 6.5% | |
| 2000 | 9,616 | 23.7% | |
| 2010 | 9,862 | 2.6% | |
| 2020 | 10,271 | 4.1% | |
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Kendallville's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed 9,862 people lived in Kendallville. There were 3,940 households. A household is a group of people living in one home. About 2,483 of these were families.
The city had about 1,630 people per square mile. There were 4,382 housing units. Most people in the city were White (94.1%). About 5.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 36.1% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (42.2%) were married couples. The average age in the city was 34.6 years. About 27.4% of residents were under 18 years old.
Fun Annual Events
Kendallville hosts several exciting events each year. These events bring the community together.
- Apple Festival
- Christmas Parade
- County Fair
- Fireworks at Bixler Lake (on July 4th)
- Kendallville Main Street Car Show
- The Kendallville Open (a golf tournament)
- Tri-State Bluegrass Festival
Education in Kendallville
Students in Kendallville attend several schools. These schools help young people learn and grow.
- East Noble High School
- East Noble Middle School
- South Side Elementary School
- North Side Elementary School
- Wayne Center Elementary School
- St. John Lutheran School
The town also has a public library. It is called the Kendallville Public Library. It offers books and resources for everyone.
Local Media
The News Sun is Kendallville's daily newspaper. It also covers news in Noble and LaGrange counties. This newspaper has been around since the 1860s. It is now owned by KPC Media Group. Its main office is on Main Street in Kendallville.
Other local news sources include the Kendallville Mall newspaper. There is also KendallvilleTV on YouTube. These provide local news and videos for the community.
Famous People from Kendallville
Many notable people have connections to Kendallville.
- Arthur Mapes: A poet born and raised in Kendallville. He wrote Indiana's state poem. He was named the Poet Laureate for Indiana in 1977.
- David M. McIntosh: He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. He served from 1995 to 2001.
- Brad Miller: A professional basketball player. He was a two-time NBA All-Star. He played for the Indiana Pacers and Sacramento Kings. He retired in 2012.
- George A. Mitchell: He was the founder of Cadillac, Michigan.
- William Mitchell: He served as a United States Representative from Indiana.
- Alvin M. Strauss: An architect born in Kendallville. He is known for designing the Lincoln Bank Tower.
- Amy Yoder Begley: A middle- and long-distance runner. She competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics.
See also
In Spanish: Kendallville para niños
