Kincheloe, West Virginia facts for kids
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Kincheloe, West Virginia
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 Kincheloe, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Kincheloe, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Harrison |
| Elevation | 1,017 ft (310 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1541202 |
Kincheloe is a small, quiet place in Harrison County, West Virginia. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Discovering Kincheloe's Past
How Kincheloe Got Its Name
Kincheloe has a bit of history tied to its name. The community was named after a nearby stream called Kincheloe Creek. It's common for places to be named after natural features like rivers or creeks.
The Old Post Office
A long time ago, in 1855, a post office was opened in Kincheloe. This was a very important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years, helping people stay connected. It finally closed its doors in 1969.
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