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Norland is a small place in Dickenson County, Virginia, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's usually managed by the county government.

Norland's Past: A Quick Look

The community of Norland once had its very own post office. This post office opened its doors in 1902. For nearly 50 years, it helped people send and receive letters and packages. However, in 1950, the post office closed down. The name "Norland" might mean "north land," suggesting its location.

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