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Nacora, Nebraska
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 Nacora, Nebraska
Location in Nebraska
Nacora, Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Dakota |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft (430 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 402 |
| GNIS feature ID | 835388 |
Nacora is a small, quiet place in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
History of Nacora
The name Nacora comes from a Spanish word. It means "I am born." This unique name gives us a hint about its past.
Post Office Days
For many years, Nacora had its own post office. It first opened its doors in 1892. However, it closed just two years later in 1894.
The post office reopened in 1898, serving the community once more. But eventually, it closed for good in 1943. This was a common story for many small communities as times changed.
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