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Marthatown
Marthatown is located in West Virginia
Marthatown
Marthatown
Location in West Virginia
Marthatown is located in the United States
Marthatown
Marthatown
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Boone
Elevation
883 ft (269 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1555058

Marthatown is a small, unincorporated community located in Boone County, West Virginia, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county. Marthatown was also known by another name, Kelcol, at one point in its history.

Discovering Marthatown's Location

Marthatown is nestled in the beautiful state of West Virginia. It's specifically found within Boone County.

Where is Boone County?

Boone County is located in the southwestern part of West Virginia. It's known for its natural beauty and is part of the Appalachian region.

Understanding Unincorporated Communities

An unincorporated community like Marthatown doesn't have a mayor or its own town council. Instead, services like roads, schools, and public safety are usually managed by the county government. This is different from a city, which has its own local laws and leaders.

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