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Kirk, West Virginia
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 Kirk, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Kirk, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mingo |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1554888 |
Kirk is a small place in Mingo County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Kirk is located about 10 miles (16 kilometers) northeast of a town called Kermit.
History of Kirk
Kirk has a simple history. At one point, this community was known by a different name. It was called Buttercup. Over time, the name changed to Kirk.
Where is Kirk?
Kirk is found in the beautiful state of West Virginia. This state is famous for its mountains and forests. Mingo County, where Kirk is located, is in the southwestern part of West Virginia. It's close to the border with Kentucky.
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