Minnie, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Minnie
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 Minnie
Location in West Virginia
Minnie
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wetzel |
| Elevation | 643 ft (196 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1549827 |
Minnie is a small place in Wetzel County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Minnie is a place where people live close together, but it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. The county government handles services like roads and public safety for these areas. It's different from a city, which has its own local rules and leaders.
How Minnie Got Its Name
Minnie was most likely named after a girl named Minnie Morgan. She was the daughter of one of the first people to settle in this area. It was common for early settlers to name places after their family members or important local figures.
