Morse, Illinois facts for kids
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Morse, Illinois
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 Morse, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Morse, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Stark |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 309 |
| GNIS feature ID | 423002 |
Morse is a small place in the United States called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area, like a county. Morse is found in Stark County, in the state of Illinois.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Morse does not have its own city hall or mayor. It relies on the county government for services. These services include things like police protection and road maintenance. People living in these areas still pay taxes and vote in county and state elections.
Where is Morse, Illinois Located?
Morse is a quiet spot located about 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) north-northwest of a town called Bradford. It is in the northern part of Stark County. A road known as "1800 road north" runs just north of the community.
