Orearville, Missouri facts for kids

Orearville is a small place in Saline County, Missouri. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own official local government like a city or town would.

Orearville: A Glimpse into Missouri's Communities

The Story Behind Orearville's Name

Orearville has a simple but interesting history. A post office was opened there in 1875. This was a very important place for people to send and receive mail. It helped connect the community with other places. The post office served the area for many years. It finally closed down in 1903. The community got its name from a local family. This family was known as the Orear family. It was common for early settlements to be named after the families who lived there or helped start the community.