Lindytown, West Virginia facts for kids
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Lindytown
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 Lindytown
Location in West Virginia
Lindytown
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Boone |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Lindytown is a small community located in Boone County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Lindytown was named around the time Charles Lindbergh made his famous flight across the Atlantic Ocean. The community is built on about 50 acres of land.
Lindytown is about 22 miles (35 km) from Madison, West Virginia. You can reach it from Boone County Route 26, which is off West Virginia Route 85.
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Community History
The "Robin Hood" Nickname
For a while, local people also called Lindytown "Robin Hood." This nickname came from the Armco Robin Hood Division Coal Operations mines that used to be in the area. These mines were a big part of the community.
Changes in Coal Mining
Over time, the Armco company sold its Robin Hood Division to another company called Peabody Coal. Eventually, these mines closed down. After the mines closed, the land was restored, which means it was cleaned up and made safe again.
Impact of Mining Operations
Lindytown has received a lot of attention because it is very close to a large mining operation. This operation uses a method called "mountain-top removal." This method changes the landscape significantly.
Effects on the Community
Sadly, this mining activity has had a big impact on Lindytown. Many houses in the community have been removed. Even the local church, called Twilight Church of Christ, was destroyed. Today, only five houses remain in Lindytown.
Local Schools
The closest public schools for students in Lindytown are Van Elementary School and Van Junior/Senior High School. These schools are located about 9 miles (14 km) away from the community.
